A study of dry eye disease prevalence and its clinical profile in patients presenting with ocular surface symptoms
Journal Title: Medpulse International Journal of Ophthalmology - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
Background: Dry eye is a disorder of the preocular tear film that results in damage to the ocular surface and is associated with symptoms of ocular discomfort. Aim: to determine the prevalence and study the clinical features of ocular surface diseases at a tertiary care centre. Material and Methods: A total of 270consecutivepatients attending ophthalmology OPD with ocular surface symptoms described in dry eye diseases were included in the study. They were subjected to objective tests namely Schirmer’s test, Tear break up time and ocular surface stains to confirm the diagnosis of dry eye. Results: Out of 270 patients, 122 (45.1%) were diagnosed to have dry eye disease with TBUT<10 seconds. Schirmer’s test was abnormal in 72 patients. Majority (31.1%) patients of dry eye were between the age group of 60-69 years. Majority were females in menopause. Conclusion: The prevalence of dry eye disease is more in our region and it increases with advancing age. Knowledge of prevalence and clinical profile help to decide the proper line of management of these patients.
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Priyadarshani Patil Cholera
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