Download or read book Astigmatism written by Michael Goggin and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2012-02-29 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the development, optics and physiology of astigmatism and places this knowledge in the context of modern management of this aspect of refractive error. It is written by, and aimed at, the astigmatism practitioner to assist in understanding astigmatism and its amelioration by optical and surgical techniques. It also addresses the integration of astigmatism management into the surgical approach to cataract and corneal disease including corneal transplantation.