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social science subjects > health and social care > health sciences > ophthalmology
... > social science subjects > health and social care > medical science > medicine > surgical specialties > ophthalmology
... > other subjects > natural sciences > life sciences > medical science > medicine > surgical specialties > ophthalmology

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ophthalmology  

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  • Ophthalmology is the branch of medical science dealing with the anatomy, function, pathology, and treatment of the eye. It encompasses many subspecialties including: cornea and external disease, glaucoma, vitreoretinal diseases, oculoplastic surgery, pediatric ophthalmology, neuro-ophthalmology, and ophthalmic pathology. [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Health; Ophthalmology]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-LGT317BW-J

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