In-office thermal systems for the treatment of dry eye disease

Dry eye disease affects millions of people worldwide, causing pain, vision disturbance, and reduced productivity. Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), a major cause of dry eye, is characterized by chronic glandular inflammation, thickening of the meibum, obstruction of terminal ducts, and glandular atrophy. Treatment of MGD can utilize heat and pressure applied to the meibomian glands, increasing meibum expression. With self-treatments, however, not all patients achieve lasting improvement, and compliance is often low.

Source: Survey of Ophthalmology - February 19, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Authors: MW Beining, M Magno, E Moschowits, J Olafsson, J Vehof, DA Dartt, TP Utheim Source Type: research