These findings demonstrate that this techniques of using decellularized SMILE (refractive surgery) lenticules, accomplished with a chemical-free-method, is feasible and suitable for constructing the corneal endothelium for transplantation.
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Intense Pulsed Light Treatment Use in Patients with Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
IPL has been shown to be effective for MGD and to reduce eye inflammation, although a nuanced approach has yet to be defined in patients.
Continue readingOral Lutein Supplement Increases Lutein in the Eyes
Most of us think that cataracts are a natural consequence of aging. But what if there is a way to prevent cataract formation, or at least delay its onset? This study has shown that lutein from oral supplementation can go to the eye.
Continue readingEye Disease in Asymptomatic Contact Lens Wearers
Asymptomatic contact lens wearers may have undiagnosed eye disease and contact lens wear-related complications and may benefit from routine screening.
Continue readingThe utility of Meibomian gland dropout in diagnosing dry eye disease
Meibomian gland dropout can differentiate, in contact lens-wearers, those who have dry eye disease.
Continue readingHypoxia regulates meibomian gland function
Decreased oxygen in the local environment is shown to be essential for the normal function of meibomian glands.
Continue readingWhat role do the eyes play in the novel coronavirus disease?
The eyes do not seem to be a preferred site of entry or infection of the novel SARS-CoV2 virus.
Continue readingCorneal endothelial keratoplasty: DMEK vs UT-DSAEK
There were no differences between the two techniques in terms of best corrected visual acuity, refractive astigmatism, and endothelial cell
Continue readingWhy scleral lenses may be uncomfortable
Assays of inflammatory mediators show increased levels of matrix metalloproteinases with daily use of scleral lenses.
Continue readingTreating corneal limbal stem cell deficiency using autologous serum tears
Serum from blood extracted can be used to make autologous tears, which are used to treat ocular surface disorders.
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