Significance of Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology, across various disciplines, consistently refers to the branch of medicine focused on the eye. Ayurveda, Science, and Health Sciences all define it as dealing with eye-related issues, encompassing diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases. It is also noted as a field utilizing advancements like artificial intelligence and is a department in hospitals for diagnosis confirmation and management of eye conditions. Psychiatry mentions it as a topic of discussion.
Synonyms: Eye medicine, Eye care, Vision science, Ocular medicine, Eye health, Optometry, Eye surgery
In Dutch: Oogheelkunde; In Finnish: Oftalmologia
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Hindu concept of 'Ophthalmology'
In Hinduism, Ophthalmology is a medical branch addressing eye problems, classified within the broader study of diseases. It specifically focuses on diagnosing and treating ocular conditions.
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) The branch of medicine that deals with ocular problems.[1] (2) A branch of medicine that focuses on eye problems, comprising part of the classification of diseases in the thesis.[2]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) The branch of medicine that deals with the anatomy, physiology, and diseases of the eye.[3] (2) This is the branch of medicine dealing with the study and treatment of eye diseases and disorders.[4]
The concept of Ophthalmology in scientific sources
Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of eye diseases, vision problems, and eye disorders, sometimes using honey or artificial intelligence.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) It is a field where the rapid and modified tissue processing method for preparing the resin-embedded sample is particularly beneficial to accelerate microscopic evaluation.[5] (2) The three clinics with the most appointments were these, orthopaedic and medical outpatient department (MOPD).[6] (3) This is the branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of eye diseases and vision problems.[7] (4) This is one of the multiple organs or body systems that are affected by the attributes of the systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) disease.[8] (5) The branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders, in which honey has been studied for its effects.[9]
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.[10] (2) The branch of medicine that deals with the anatomy, physiology, and diseases of the eye.[11] (3) Polymer films have applications in various fields such as Wound Healing, Dental, Diabetes, and Ophthalmology.[12] (4) The branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of disorders and diseases of the eye.[13]
From: African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine
(1) Ophthalmology is a medical field where doctors were generally less competent in procedures, according to self-reports from this study conducted in peri-urban district hospitals.[14] (2) This is the branch of medicine dealing with the eye, and the text mentions it as an area for shorter postgraduate training programs for rural family physicians.[15]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) The branch of medicine concerned with the eye and its diseases, where studies on IGF gene polymorphism are scarce.[16] (2) This branch of medicine is utilizing artificial intelligence applications with electronic health record data.[17]
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) Ophthalmology is the department at Kalafong Hospital, a tertiary academic hospital, to which participants with referable eye conditions were referred for confirmation of the diagnosis and further management, following the optometrist’s assessment.[18]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Ophthalmology is the medical specialty concerned with the eye and vision, with research focusing on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on surgical practices and training.[19] (2) The research highlights the importance of early detection and treatment of visual impairment, aligning with goals in the field of visual health.[20] (3) This is a surgical specialty included in the study's definition of surgical specialties.[21] (4) Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine focused on the study, diagnosis, and treatment of eye disorders and diseases, which has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.[22] (5) It is a medical specialty focused on the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.[23]
From: South African Journal of Psychiatry
(1) This is a topic discussed at the General Conference.[24]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine concerned with the eye, and Ropivacaine is being considered as a surface anesthetic for procedures in this field.[25]