A contemporary text, it contains essential information to bring vision-care practitioners totally up to date with the many recent developments in research. Analytical, informative and rigorously edited, the book includes chapters from a group of highly acclaimed international experts specialized in the diverse aspects of amblyopia research. The text provides a long-awaited and unique compilation of data and opinion, draws conclusions and identifies key areas for future research. It reviews the subject from diagnosis to management and provides all the necessary scientific background to this condition.

With its broad appeal, this book will be an essential purchase for all ophthalmologists, optometrists and orthoptists. Indeed it will appeal to all those who are perplexed by amblyopia - whether in terms of appreciating the diversity of research findings or by the management of questions commonly asked in the consulting room.

* * Chapter contributions from international experts in the field *
* Provides comprehensive scientific background to the condition *
* Identifies key research areas