Squint: Its Causes, Pathology And Treatment (1906)

""Squint: Its Causes, Pathology And Treatment"" is a medical text written by Claud Alley Worth in 1906. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the causes, pathology, and treatment of squint, also known as strabismus. Squint is a condition where the eyes do not align properly, causing them to point in different directions. The book begins with an introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the eye, followed by a detailed explanation of the different types of squint and their causes. The author then discusses the various diagnostic techniques used to identify squint, including visual acuity tests, cover tests, and prism tests. The bulk of the book is dedicated to the treatment of squint. The author describes both non-surgical and surgical approaches, including exercises, glasses, and surgery. The book also covers the management of complications associated with squint, such as amblyopia (lazy eye) and diplopia (double vision). Overall, ""Squint: Its Causes, Pathology And Treatment"" is a valuable resource for medical professionals, particularly ophthalmologists and optometrists, who diagnose and treat squint. The book provides detailed information on the condition and its treatment, making it a useful reference for anyone seeking to understand this complex medical issue.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.