• Provides an academic approach to the study of astigmatism and serves as a practical clinical reference for the surgical management of astigmatism • Represents a true collaboration between editors and authors • Provides various solutions and tailored techniques for diagnosing and managing regular and irregular astigmatism • Discusses all the different methods to understand and manage astigmatism from laser surgery to incisional and intraocular lenses • Describes new diagnostic technology, patient selection, procedures and limitations across applications • Includes figures and illustrations to provide a comprehensive review.