This is a major reference text giving definitive, comprehensive coverage of paediatric ophthalmology. The text is condensed yet exhaustive and covers both the common and the rare. There are contributions from some of the world"s leading ophthalmologists. The book is divided into six major parts: Growth and Development, The Clinical Approach, Allergy and Infection, Problems of Anatomical Origin, Systemic and Neurological Issues, Eye Movements and Strabismus. In each part there are sections describing major clinical problems along with the more classical disease oriented approach. The book embraces the concerns of the whole child, not just paediatric ophthalmology.