Featuring prototypical case presentations as the focus of each discussion, this text analyzes the ocular manifestations of systemic disease in a manner that is clinically relevant to the practicing optometrist. Emphasis is placed on pertinent tests and procedures that the clinician should perform to establish a differential diagnosis. Each chapter ends with an editorial comment that summarizes the salient points of the case and presents any existing controversies.

Featuring an easy-to-use, case presentation format, this indispensable volume provides in-depth analysis of a broad range of systemic diseases. From allergies to Phakomatoses -- and everything in between -- this one-of-a-kind resource focuses on the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of those disease entities routinely faced in the management of ocular conditions.