Ophthalmic Procedures for Treatment of Advanced Ocular Surface Diseases

Abstract

Dry eye disease and other ocular surface diseases are complex multifactorial disorders often characterized by ocular surface inflammatory changes, instability of the tear film, and functional vision impairment. Recent research has led to new concepts regarding diagnosis and management, and therapeutic interventions now include ocular lubricants, secretagogues, topical and systemic anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive agents, tear preservation, and, for advanced cases, a variety of surgical approaches. This review considers contemporary procedures for treatment of advanced ocular surface diseases, including thermal and electrocautery of the lacrimal puncta, lid surgeries such as tarsorrhaphy, and multiple procedures to protect the exposed or compromised ocular surface.

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“…Current therapies for the management of dry eye syndrome include use of preservative‐free artificial tears, anti‐inflammatory agents such as cyclosporine, surgical techniques such as punctal plugs and eyelid surgery, and strategies such as special eye glasses to maintain moisture levels . To date, no ideal artificial tear product containing all of the necessary tear components has been developed, nor has an effective cure been devised.…”