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Highlights of Swedish ophthalmology in the 20th century.

Authors :
Ehinger, Berndt
Source :
Acta Ophthalmologica (1755375X); Dec2008, Vol. 86 Issue 8, p821-829, 9p, 4 Color Photographs, 13 Black and White Photographs, 2 Graphs
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

The article presents the highlights of ophthalmology in the 20th century in Sweden. It states that the Swedish Ophthalmological Society was established on May 30-31, 1908. It notes that the first international meeting of ophthalmologists was held in Brussels, Belgium in 1857. Information on the contributions of Allvar Gullstrand to the field of ophthalmology is provided.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1755375X
Volume :
86
Issue :
8
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Acta Ophthalmologica (1755375X)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
35481474
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1755-3768.2008.01471.x