Meibomian gland dysfunction and blepharitis – common and still unsolved ophthalmic problem

Blepharitis and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) are very common, usually under-diagnosed and under-appreciated diseases. More than 50% of patients seeking ophthalmological consultations have symptoms and signs indicating one or both entities. Herein we summarize the key points of diagnosis and management of both diseases, comparing the work of Dry Eye Workshop II (2017) together with the Dry Eye Blepharitis Syndrome unification theory. The impact of MGD/blepharitis on ocular surgery is also described.

Source: Clinics in Dermatology - August 11, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Agnieszka Kudasiewicz-Kardaszewska, Jane M. Grant-Kels, Andrzej Grzybowski Source Type: research