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Swabs Containing Tea Tree Oil and Chamomile Oil Versus Baby Shampoo in Patients With Seborrheic Blepharitis: A Double-Blind Randomized Clinical Trial
Purpose: The comparison of the efficacy of swabs containing tea tree oil and chamomile oil and baby shampoo (BS) in the treatment of seborrheic blepharitis was aimed. Methods: This randomized, double-blind, parallel-group, active control, multicenter clinical trial included patients with seborrheic blepharitis using block randomization (BS, n=23; swabs, n=26). Patients were treated with BS or swabs for 8 weeks followed by 4 weeks of treatment withdrawal. Change in Blepharitis Symptom measure (BLISS), Demodex count, Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) score, Schirmer test, tear breakup time (TBUT), noninvasive TB...
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - October 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research

Meibomian Gland Dysfunction and Lipid Profile: A Study Among Pregnant Women
Conclusions: In summary, this study showed a high frequency of MGD in pregnant women but comparable with that reported in the normal population. Clinicians examining pregnant women for dry eye disease may need to pay attention to other causative instigators aside MGD to enable the clinicians to make an appropriate etiology-based diagnosis. (Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice)
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - October 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research

Cationic Surfactant–Natural Clay Complex as a Novel Agent Against Acanthamoeba castellanii Belonging to the T4 Genotype
In this study, we tested octadecyltrimethylammonium (ODTMA)-clay (montmorillonite) complex as a novel antiamoebic agent. Methods: Using A. castellanii belonging to the T4 genotype of keratitis origin, amobicidal assays were performed to determine the effects of ODTMA-cay complex on the viability of parasites at various concentrations ranging from 10 to 100 μg. Adhesion and cytopathogenicity assays were performed to investigate ODTMA effects on A. castellanii–mediated binding and damage to human cells. Encystation and excystation assays were conducted to establish ODTMA-mediated inhibitory effects against the cyst...
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - October 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research

Incidence and Risk Factors of Ocular Hypertension and Glaucoma in Patients With Acanthamoeba Keratitis
Conclusion: Our findings confirm that OHT and glaucoma are frequent complications in AK. Patients treated with a regimen containing corticosteroids are at a higher risk; thus, they should receive close intraocular pressure monitoring. (Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice)
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - October 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research

Quadrant-Specific Changes in Corneal and Tear Fluid Reservoir Thickness for After 2 Hours of Wear
Objective: To measure corneal swelling and thickness of the tear fluid reservoir (TFR) after wearing scleral lenses (SLs). Methods: Thirty-five participants had 1 eye fitted with each of three SLs (15.0-mm Jupiter, 18.2-mm Jupiter, and 18.0-mm Digiform). Scheimpflug images were obtained before wear, after application, after 2 hr of wear, and after removal. Initial and final TFR thickness and corneal thickness were measured in the central cornea and 3 mm from the center in the superior, inferior, temporal, and nasal quadrants. Results: Corneal thickness increased with wear, but no between-lens differences ...
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - October 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research

Introducing CCOR: Contact Lens Curriculum for Ophthalmology Residents
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Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - October 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Polymicrobial Keratitis: Risk Factors, Clinical Characteristics, Bacterial Profile, and Antimicrobial Resistance
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Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - September 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Erratum Source Type: research

Prosthetic Replacement of Ocular Surface Ecosystem Scleral Lens: Benefits of an In-Clinic Therapeutic Approach for Persistent Corneal Epithelial Defect
Abstract: This case report details the efficacy of in-clinic customized scleral lens trial with self-preserved antibiotic eye drop in the liquid reservoir, in promoting fast healing of persistent corneal epithelial defect (PED). A 57-year-old man with a PED following injury, not responding to conventional treatment, underwent an in-clinic therapeutic trial of prosthetic replacement of ocular surface ecosystem device, to promote epithelial healing. After device wear with antibiotic eye drop in the liquid reservoir for 8 hrs during the day on five consecutive days and pressure patching at night with antibiotic eye ointme...
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - September 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Case Report Source Type: research

Scleral Lens–Induced Corneal Edema After Radial Keratotomy
Abstract: This case series examines the magnitude and regional variation in scleral lens–induced corneal edema in postradial keratotomy (RK) eyes. Scheimpflug imaging was used to measure corneal thickness across the central 6 mm before and after scleral lens wear in nine post-RK eyes (median age 64 years). Variations in corneal edema were examined as a function of distance from the corneal center (six 0.5-mm annuli) and from 0° to 360°. The median central corneal edema was 2.19% (interquartile range 1.03%–3.18%; P=0.02) and increased in magnitude and variability further from the central cornea (from 1.30% in the ...
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - September 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Case Report Source Type: research

Face Mask–Associated Recurrent Corneal Erosion Syndrome and Corneal Infection
We report a case of face mask–associated ocular complication. After an initial cornea abrasion from mask use, the patient developed recurrent corneal erosion syndrome that was complicated by microbial keratitis after the enforcement of mandatory mask use in public areas. (Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice)
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - September 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Case Report Source Type: research

Online Vs In-person Education: Evaluating the Potential Influence of Teaching Modality on Dry Eye Symptoms and Risk Factors During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Objectives: To assess the potential effects of switching to online lecture format on dry eye symptoms and dry eye disease (DED) risk factors. Methods: An anonymous cross-sectional online survey was conducted in 812 university students (mean age, 21.5±4.0 years). Participants were classified according to the number of hours the participants took online lectures into online students or in-person students. Respondents completed a total of three DED questionnaires (Ocular Surface Disease Index [OSDI]; 5-item Dry Eye Questionnaire; 8-item Contact Lens Dry Eye Questionnaire) and were surveyed on dry eye risk factors ...
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - September 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research

Evaluating Well-being of Individuals With Chronic Visual Conditions Requiring Regular Eyecare During COVID-19 Lockdown: A Cross-Sectional Study
Objectives: To assess health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and its predictors among individuals with chronic vision conditions during COVID-19 lockdown. Methods: A cross-sectional, survey-based study targeted Jordanian adults with a variety of chronic vision conditions requiring regular ophthalmic follow-up. Outcome measures included HRQoL measured by the 12-item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-12), mental health symptoms measured by the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale, and vision ability measured by the National Eye Institute Visual Functioning Questionnaire (VFQ-25) General Vision and Role Limitation subscales....
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - September 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research

Evaluation of Ocular Surface and Dry Eye Symptoms in Face Mask Users
This study aimed to investigate the ocular surface and symptoms of dry eye in individuals who wear face masks on a daily basis. Methods: This prospective study evaluated 52 right eyes of 52 subjects (26 men, 26 women) who routinely wore face masks for at least 8 hrs a day. Mean age was 30.48±6.01 years. All patients were assessed with Schirmer-1 test, Tear Break-up Time (TBUT), Oxford staining grade, and Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) at initial clinical admission (T1), after 8 hrs of face mask use (T2), and after 15 days of greater than 8 hrs daily wear of face masks with the open portions of the mask taped d...
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - September 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research

Changes in Limbal Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography Outcomes in Patients With Overnight Contact Lens Wear
Conclusions: Patients who use CL overnight exhibit increased vessel density in the superficial layers of the perilimbal region, which may suggest new vessel formation in the conjunctiva. Anterior segment OCTA may be useful to evaluate the initial changes in limbal vasculature in CL users. (Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice)
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - September 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research

Comparative Analysis of Two Clinical Diagnostic Methods of the Corneoscleral Geometry
Purpose: To compare the sagittal height (SH) measurements and best fit sphere (BFS) scleral curvature obtained with two different diagnostic technologies. Methods: Prospective, nonrandomized, and comparative study analyzing 23 healthy eyes of 23 patients (age, 14–52 years) was conducted. A complete eye examination was performed including a corneoscleral topographic analysis with the Scheimpflug camera–based system Pentacam (Oculus GmbH, Wetzlar, Germany) and afterward with the Fourier domain profilometer Eye Surface Profiler (ESP) (Eaglet-Eye, Houten, the Netherlands). Differences between devices in temporal...
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - September 29, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research