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Li A, Wei X, Xie Y, Ren Y, Zhu X, Liu M, Liu S. Light exposure and its applications in human health. JOURNAL OF BIOPHOTONICS 2024; 17:e202400023. [PMID: 38576140 DOI: 10.1002/jbio.202400023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2024] [Revised: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024]
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Light exposure has been proven to have a significant impact on human health. As a result, researchers are increasingly exploring its potential benefits and drawbacks. With advancements in understanding light and the manufacturing of light sources, modern health lighting has become widely utilized in daily life and plays a critical role in the prevention and treatment of various illnesses. The use of light in healthcare is a global trend, with many countries actively promoting the development and application of relevant scientific research and medical technology. This field has gained worldwide attention and support from scientists and doctors alike. In this review, we examine the application of lighting in human health and recent breakthroughs in light exposure related to pathology, therapeutic strategies, molecular changes, and more. Finally, we also discuss potential future developments and areas of application.
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- Angze Li
- School of Information Science and Technology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Zhongshan Fudan Joint Innovation Center, Zhongshan, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Endodontics, Shanghai Stomatological Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Craniomaxillofacial Development and Diseases, Shanghai Stomatological Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Endodontics, Shanghai Stomatological Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Craniomaxillofacial Development and Diseases, Shanghai Stomatological Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- School of Information Science and Technology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Zhongshan Fudan Joint Innovation Center, Zhongshan, Guangdong Province, China
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- Zhongshan Fudan Joint Innovation Center, Zhongshan, Guangdong Province, China
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- School of Information Science and Technology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Zhongshan Fudan Joint Innovation Center, Zhongshan, Guangdong Province, China
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- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Craniomaxillofacial Development and Diseases, Shanghai Stomatological Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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Chen R, Lu J, Dong J, Zhu Y. Intense pulsed light therapy for ocular surface diseases. Lasers Med Sci 2024; 39:111. [PMID: 38656565 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-024-04060-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2024] [Accepted: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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Intense pulsed light (IPL) is a non-laser, high-intensity light source that has been shown to play a valuable role in dermatology and has been adopted in ophthalmology for treating meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). In this review, we discuss the mechanism of action of IPL, including its benefits in ophthalmology. IPL therapy has been shown to improve tear film stability, meibomian gland (MG) function, and subjective symptoms of ocular dryness in MGD patients. Moreover, emerging evidence suggests that IPL therapy is beneficial for other ocular surface diseases, such as blepharitis and chalazia. Hence, it can be inferred that IPL has potential as a therapeutic modality in future applications. Large clinical and experimental trials are needed to exploit the full potential of IPL as a treatment for recurrent chalazia, Sjögren's syndrome, and other causes of dry eye disease (DED). This paper reviews the published literature related to the application of IPL for treating ocular surface diseases.
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- Ruida Chen
- Eye Center, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Eye Diseases, Zhejiang Provincial Engineering Institute on Eye Diseases, 1 Xihu avenue, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310009, China
- Eye Department, Affiliated Dongyang Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Dongyang, China
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- Eye Center, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Eye Diseases, Zhejiang Provincial Engineering Institute on Eye Diseases, 1 Xihu avenue, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310009, China
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- School of Public Health, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Eye Center, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Eye Diseases, Zhejiang Provincial Engineering Institute on Eye Diseases, 1 Xihu avenue, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310009, China.
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Antwi A, Nti AN, Ritchey ER. Thermal effect on eyelid and tear film after low-level light therapy and warm compress. Clin Exp Optom 2024; 107:267-273. [PMID: 37156225 DOI: 10.1080/08164622.2023.2206950] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2023] [Accepted: 03/10/2023] [Indexed: 05/10/2023] Open
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CLINICAL RELEVANCE The warming effect of low-level light therapy may contribute to its therapeutic mechanism which is beneficial for dry eye management. BACKGROUND Low-level light therapy is proposed to work via cellular photobiomodulation and a potential thermal effect in dry eye management. This study examined the change in eyelid temperature and tear film stability after low-level light therapy compared to warm compress. METHODS Participants with no to mild dry eye disease were randomised into control, warm compress, and low-level light therapy groups. The low-level light therapy group was treated with Eyelight mask (633 nm) for 15 minutes, the warm compress group with Bruder mask for 10 minutes, and the control group with an Eyelight mask having inactive LEDs for 15 minutes. Eyelid temperature was measured using the FLIR One® Pro thermal camera (Teledyne FLIR, Santa Barbara, CA, USA), and clinical measures of tear film stability were evaluated before and after treatment. RESULTS Thirty-five participants (mean age ± SD, 27.3 ± 4.3 years) completed the study. Eyelid temperatures for external upper, external lower, internal upper and internal lower eyelids were significantly greater in the low-level light therapy and warm compress groups immediately after treatment compared to the control group (all p < 0.001). No difference in temperature was observed between the low-level light therapy and warm compress groups at all time points (all p > 0.05). Tear film lipid layer thickness was significantly greater after treatment (mean (95% CI), 13.1 nm (5.3 to 21.0), p < 0.005) but not different between groups (p > 0.05). CONCLUSION A single treatment of low-level light therapy increased eyelid temperature immediately after treatment, but the increase was not significantly different from warm compress. This suggests that thermal effects may in part contribute to the therapeutic mechanism of low-level light therapy.
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- College of Optometry, University of Houston, Houston, TX, USA
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- College of Optometry, University of Houston, Houston, TX, USA
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Li X, Peng H, Kang J, Sun X, Liu J. IL-1β induced down-regulation of miR-146a-5p promoted pyroptosis and apoptosis of corneal epithelial cell in dry eye disease through targeting STAT3. BMC Ophthalmol 2024; 24:144. [PMID: 38553670 PMCID: PMC10981279 DOI: 10.1186/s12886-024-03396-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2023] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 04/01/2024] Open
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AIM To elaborate the underlying mechanisms by which IL-1β promote progression of Dry eye disease(DED) through effect on pyroptosis and apoptosis of corneal epithelial cells(CECs). METHODS 400 mOsM solutions were used to establish the DED model (hCECs- DED). RT-qPCR was performed to measure IL-1β mRNA and miR-146a-5p in CECs. Western blotting was performed to measure STAT3, GSDMD, NLRP3, and Caspase-1 levels. Cell counting kit-8 assay was adopted to check cell viability. Apoptosis was detected by flow cytometry. ELISAs were performed to determine IL-18, IL-33 and LDH. The luciferase test detects targeting relationships. RESULTS After treatment with 400 mOsM solution, cell viability decreased and apoptosis increased. Compared with hCECs, IL-1β was increased and miR-146a-5p was decreased in hCECs-DED. At the same time, GSDMD, NLRP3, Caspase-1, IL-18, IL-33 and LDH were significantly higher in hCECs-DED than in hCECs, while IL-1β silencing reversed this effect. In addition, IL-1β negatively regulated miR-146a-5p. MiR-146a-5p mimics eliminated the inhibition of hCECs-DED pyroptosis and apoptosis caused by IL-1β silencing. At the same time, miR-146a-5p reduced STAT3 levels in hCECs. CONCLUSION Highly expressed IL-1β promoted pyroptosis and apoptosis of hCECs- DED through downregulated miR-146a-5p and inhibited STAT3.
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- Xuejiao Li
- Department of Ophthalmology, Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, 650500, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, 650500, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, 650500, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, 650500, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, China Academy of C.M.S. Eye Hospital, NO. 33 Lugu Road, Shijingshan District, 100040, Beijing, China.
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Goo H, Lee YJ, Lee S, Hong N. The Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Multi-Wavelength Light-Emitting Diode Irradiation Attenuates Dry Eye Symptoms in a Scopolamine-Induced Mouse Model of Dry Eye. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:17493. [PMID: 38139321 PMCID: PMC10744116 DOI: 10.3390/ijms242417493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Dry eye disease is a common condition in patients of all ages, causing discomfort and potential visual problems. Current treatments, including artificial tears and anti-inflammatory drugs, have certain limitations, encouraging research into alternative therapies. We investigated the therapeutic potential of multi-wavelength light-emitting diode (LED) irradiation of mice with dry eye. First, we showed that multi-wavelength LED irradiation was non-toxic to human corneal epithelial cells and improved cell viability. We then used a scopolamine-induced mouse model of dry eye to assess the effects of multi-wavelength LED irradiation on various clinical parameters. This treatment increased the tear volume and reduced corneal irregularity, thus improving dry eye. Histological analysis revealed that multi-wavelength LED irradiation protected against corneal epithelial damage and the associated reduction in epithelial thickness and would thus improve the corneal health of dry eye patients. Multi-wavelength LED irradiation significantly reduced the corneal levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-6, IL-1β, and TNF-α; the treatment was thus anti-inflammatory. Our results suggest that multi-wavelength LED irradiation may serve as a safe and effective treatment for dry eye, alleviating symptoms, reducing inflammation, and promoting corneal health.
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- Hyeyoon Goo
- Department of Medical Laser, Graduate School of Medicine, Dankook University, Cheonan 31116, Republic of Korea;
- Beckman Laser Institute Korea, Dankook University, Cheonan 31116, Republic of Korea;
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- Beckman Laser Institute Korea, Dankook University, Cheonan 31116, Republic of Korea;
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- MEDI-IOT Co., Ltd., Seoul 02708, Republic of Korea;
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- Beckman Laser Institute Korea, Dankook University, Cheonan 31116, Republic of Korea;
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Pang Y, Cao T, Hu H, Peng Z, Xu K, Jiang Y, Wang F, Jin M, Zeng L, Zhang X. Therapeutic effects of low-color-temperature light-emitting diodes on dry eye. JOURNAL OF BIOPHOTONICS 2023; 16:e202300188. [PMID: 37654080 DOI: 10.1002/jbio.202300188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2023] [Revised: 08/04/2023] [Accepted: 08/21/2023] [Indexed: 09/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND As a new technology for treating dry eye diseases, phototherapy has attracted great attention, but the research on its safety and effectiveness is limited. In this study, the therapeutic effects of low-color-temperature light-emitting diodes on dry eye in humans, rabbits, and rats were investigated. METHODS In clinical experiments, subjects in both groups read the same paper for 3 h under light sources of two color temperatures: 1900 K (low-color-temperature light-emitting diodes) or 4000 K (artificial fluorescent white light-emitting diodes). The differences in the non-invasive tear film breakup time, tear meniscus height, and conjunctival congestion scores before and after the experiment were compared between the two groups. In animal experiments, corneal epithelial barrier function and tear production of Sprague-Dawley rats and New Zealand white rabbits with dry eye were compared before and after low-color-temperature light-emitting diodes treatment. TUNEL staining and Western blotting were used to detect the apoptosis of corneal and conjunctival cells and the expression of inflammatory factor IL-1β. RESULTS Low-color-temperature light-emitting diodes prolonged tear film breakup time in patients with dry eye. Moreover, it increased tear secretion, decreased fluorescein sodium staining scores, corneal and conjunctival cell apoptosis, and inflammatory factor expression in rabbits and rats with dry eye. CONCLUSIONS Low-color-temperature light-emitting diodes phototherapy can be used as an effective treatment for dry eye, reducing its symptoms and related ocular surface damage in humans, rabbits, and rats.
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- Yulian Pang
- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Jiangxi Research Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Ophthalmology, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
- Nanchang University School of Ophthalmology & Optometry, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Jiangxi Research Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Ophthalmology, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
- Department of Orthopaedics, The Fourth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- Medical School of Chinese PLA, Beijing, China
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- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Jiangxi Research Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Ophthalmology, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
- Nanchang University School of Ophthalmology & Optometry, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Jiangxi Research Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Ophthalmology, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Jiangxi Research Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Ophthalmology, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
- Nanchang University School of Ophthalmology & Optometry, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Jiangxi Research Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Ophthalmology, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
- Nanchang University School of Ophthalmology & Optometry, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Jiangxi Research Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Ophthalmology, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
- Nanchang University School of Ophthalmology & Optometry, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Jiangxi Research Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Ophthalmology, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
- Nanchang University School of Ophthalmology & Optometry, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Jiangxi Research Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Ophthalmology, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
- Nanchang University School of Ophthalmology & Optometry, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Jiangxi Research Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory for Ophthalmology, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
- Nanchang University School of Ophthalmology & Optometry, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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Sheppard J, Shen Lee B, Periman LM. Dry eye disease: identification and therapeutic strategies for primary care clinicians and clinical specialists. Ann Med 2023; 55:241-252. [PMID: 36576348 PMCID: PMC9809411 DOI: 10.1080/07853890.2022.2157477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Dry eye disease (DED) is a multifactorial disorder characterized by loss of tear film homeostasis with an estimated worldwide prevalence of 5% to 50%. In DED, dysfunction of the ocular structures that create and regulate the tear film components-including the lacrimal glands, meibomian glands, cornea, and conjunctiva-causes a qualitative and/or quantitative tear deficiency with resultant tear film instability and hyperosmolarity. This initiates a vicious cycle of ocular surface inflammation and damage that may ultimately impair the quality of life and vision of affected patients. Many factors can contribute to the development of DED, including ocular and systemic diseases, topical and systemic medications, and environmental conditions. Because DED is a chronic disorder, treatment is most often long term and may utilize both pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic interventions to address all etiologic components. The long-term management of DED can be challenging and most often should involve eye care specialist referral. However, primary care clinicians (PCCs) are often the first points of contact for patients with DED and importantly provide initial diagnosis and preliminary patient education about the disease process. Consideration of DED is also vital for the practice of various specialties due to the large number of comorbidities and medications that can contribute to DED pathogenesis and progression. Therefore, it is important that PCCs and clinical specialists be aware of the etiology of DED and its available therapeutic options. This manuscript provides an overview of DED pathophysiology and treatment and discusses specific considerations regarding DED management for PCCs and clinical specialists.Key messagesSuccessful management of dry eye disease often requires the use of various pharmacologic and/or nonpharmacologic therapies, as well as environmental and lifestyle modifications, to mitigate the underlying etiologies and restore tear film homeostasis.Primary care clinicians play an essential role in dry eye disease management by establishing a diagnosis, educating patients about the disorder, and providing referrals to eye care specialists for initiation of specialized treatment and long-term follow-up.Primary care clinicians and clinical specialists should consider prescribing medications with fewer ocular surface effects whenever possible in patients at risk for or with existing dry eye disease.
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- John Sheppard
- Virginia Eye Consultants, Eyecare Partners, Norfolk, VA, USA
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Gomes JAP, Azar DT, Baudouin C, Bitton E, Chen W, Hafezi F, Hamrah P, Hogg RE, Horwath-Winter J, Kontadakis GA, Mehta JS, Messmer EM, Perez VL, Zadok D, Willcox MDP. TFOS Lifestyle: Impact of elective medications and procedures on the ocular surface. Ocul Surf 2023; 29:331-385. [PMID: 37087043 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtos.2023.04.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2023] [Accepted: 04/10/2023] [Indexed: 04/24/2023]
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The word "elective" refers to medications and procedures undertaken by choice or with a lower grade of prioritization. Patients usually use elective medications or undergo elective procedures to treat pathologic conditions or for cosmetic enhancement, impacting their lifestyle positively and, thus, improving their quality of life. However, those interventions can affect the homeostasis of the tear film and ocular surface. Consequently, they generate signs and symptoms that could impair the patient's quality of life. This report describes the impact of elective topical and systemic medications and procedures on the ocular surface and the underlying mechanisms. Moreover, elective procedures performed for ocular diseases, cosmetic enhancement, and non-ophthalmic interventions, such as radiotherapy and bariatric surgery, are discussed. The report also evaluates significant anatomical and biological consequences of non-urgent interventions to the ocular surface, such as neuropathic and neurotrophic keratopathies. Besides that, it provides an overview of the prophylaxis and management of pathological conditions resulting from the studied interventions and suggests areas for future research. The report also contains a systematic review investigating the quality of life among people who have undergone small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE). Overall, SMILE refractive surgery seems to cause more vision disturbances than LASIK in the first month post-surgery, but less dry eye symptoms in long-term follow up.
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- José Alvaro P Gomes
- Dept. of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Federal University of Sao Paulo/Paulista School of Medicine (UNIFESP/EPM), Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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- University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Quinze-Vingts National Eye Hospital & Vision Institute, IHU FOReSIGHT, Paris, France
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- Ecole d'optométrie, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Canada
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- Eye Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Tufts Medical Center, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, USA
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- Centre for Public Health, School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences, Belfast, UK
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- Foster Center for Ocular Immunology, Duke University Eye Center, Durham, NC, USA
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- Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Affiliated to the Hebrew University, School of Medicine, Jerusalem, Israel
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- School of Optometry and Vision Science, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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Sullivan DA, da Costa AX, Del Duca E, Doll T, Grupcheva CN, Lazreg S, Liu SH, McGee SR, Murthy R, Narang P, Ng A, Nistico S, O'Dell L, Roos J, Shen J, Markoulli M. TFOS Lifestyle: Impact of cosmetics on the ocular surface. Ocul Surf 2023; 29:77-130. [PMID: 37061220 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtos.2023.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Accepted: 04/06/2023] [Indexed: 04/17/2023]
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In this report the use of eye cosmetic products and procedures and how this represents a lifestyle challenge that may exacerbate or promote the development of ocular surface and adnexal disease is discussed. Multiple aspects of eye cosmetics are addressed, including their history and market value, psychological and social impacts, possible problems associated with cosmetic ingredients, products, and procedures, and regulations for eye cosmetic use. In addition, a systematic review that critically appraises randomized controlled trial evidence concerning the ocular effects of eyelash growth products is included. The findings of this systematic review highlight the evidence gaps and indicate future directions for research to focus on ocular surface outcomes associated with eyelash growth products.
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- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York City, NY, USA
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- Lazreg Cornea and Ocular Surface Center, Blida, Algeria
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- University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO, USA
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- Centre for Ocular Research & Education, School of Optometry and Vision Science, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Canada
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- Department of Dermatology, University Magna Graecia, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Scottsdale, AZ, USA
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- School of Optometry and Vision Science, UNSW Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Zeng H, Gong L. A Review of Applications and Intracellular Mechanisms of Intense Pulsed Light in Eyelid Inflammatory Diseases. Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg 2023; 41:104-119. [PMID: 36927050 DOI: 10.1089/photob.2022.0120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/18/2023] Open
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Objective: To evaluate relevant clinical outcomes and conclude possible mechanisms of intense pulsed light (IPL) in eyelid inflammation. Background: IPL devices were primarily applied in cutaneous vascular malformations and have been used in ocular diseases for about 20 years, mostly including meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), blepharitis, and ocular rosacea. Recent findings: Seventy-two original clinical researches were included, 57 for MGD, 4 for blepharitis or blepharitis-related keratoconjunctivitis, and 11 for rosacea. Dry eye symptoms, (tear) break-up time (BUT), and meibomian structure and/or functions were improved in most patients, but production of reactive oxygen species is an important link in the photobiomodulation mediated by IPL, which can influence numerous signal pathways to achieve anti-inflammatory, anti-infective, and prodifferentiation effects. Conclusions: The evidence suggests that IPL is an effective therapeutic tool for most patients with MGD, but more clinical evidence is needed for other indications.
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- Hongya Zeng
- Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Science, the Eye & ENT Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Science, the Eye & ENT Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China.,Key Laboratory of Myopia, Ministry of Health, Shanghai, China
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Giannaccare G, Vaccaro S, Pellegrini M, Borselli M, Carnovale Scalzo G, Taloni A, Pietropaolo R, Odadi AS, Carnevali A. Serial Sessions of a Novel Low-Level Light Therapy Device for Home Treatment of Dry Eye Disease. Ophthalmol Ther 2023; 12:459-468. [PMID: 36484948 PMCID: PMC9834479 DOI: 10.1007/s40123-022-00619-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2022] [Accepted: 11/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION This study aimed to evaluate the changes that a recently developed at-home device using low-level light therapy (LLLT) produced in signs and symptoms of patients with dry eye disease (DED) owing to meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). METHODS In this prospective study, patients with DED owing to MGD not successfully responding to first-line therapy (tear substitutes and eye lid hygiene) were treated with four serial sessions (every other day) of mask based on LLLT technology and dedicated for home use (my-mask®, Espansione Marketing S.p.A., Bologna, Italy). Non-invasive ocular surface examination was carried out by means of Keratograph 5M (Oculus, Wetzlar, Germany) before and after four mask sessions for the evaluation of (i) tear meniscus height (TMH); (ii) first and average non-invasive Keratograph breakup time (NIKBUT); (iii) meibomian gland loss (MGL). Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) questionnaire was used to assess ocular discomfort symptoms. RESULTS Overall, 17 patients (3 male, 14 female; mean age 61.47 ± 11.93 years) were enrolled and all of them regularly completed the entire cycle of four sessions without reporting any adverse event. The mean values of NIKBUT first and NIKBUT average increased significantly after treatment (from 5.29 ± 2.60 at T0 to 9.04 ± 3.49 s at T1 [P = 0.001] and from 9.40 ± 3.81 to 11.28 ± 2.81 s [P = 0.017]); in parallel, the mean value of TMH increased significantly from 0.27 ± 0.06 to 0.32 ± 0.09 mm (P = 0.029). Conversely, there were not statistically significant differences for MGL (P = 0.346). In addition, the mean value of OSDI score decreased after treatment (from 32.00 ± 7.96 at T0 to 20.71 ± 8.03 at T1; P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS One week of serial sessions of a newly developed LLLT device for home use significantly improved tear film production and stability along with ocular discomfort symptoms in patients with DED owing to MGD. These findings open up a new scenario for patients with MGD who can enjoy the unique benefits of LLLT at home.
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- Giuseppe Giannaccare
- Department of Ophthalmology, University Magna Græcia of Catanzaro, Viale Europa, 88100 Germaneto, Catanzaro Italy
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University Magna Græcia of Catanzaro, Viale Europa, 88100 Germaneto, Catanzaro Italy
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- Department of Translational Medicine, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy ,Department of Ophthalmology, Ospedali Privati Forlì “Villa Igea”, Forlì, Italy ,Istituto Internazionale per la Ricerca e Formazione in Oftalmologia, Forlì, Italy
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University Magna Græcia of Catanzaro, Viale Europa, 88100 Germaneto, Catanzaro Italy
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University Magna Græcia of Catanzaro, Viale Europa, 88100 Germaneto, Catanzaro Italy
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University Magna Græcia of Catanzaro, Viale Europa, 88100 Germaneto, Catanzaro Italy
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University Magna Græcia of Catanzaro, Viale Europa, 88100 Germaneto, Catanzaro Italy
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University Magna Græcia of Catanzaro, Viale Europa, 88100 Germaneto, Catanzaro Italy
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Ballesteros-Sánchez A, Gargallo-Martínez B, Sánchez-González MC, Sánchez-González JM. Intense Pulse Light Combined With Low-Level Light Therapy in Dry Eye Disease: A Systematic Review. Eye Contact Lens 2023; 49:8-13. [PMID: 36455215 DOI: 10.1097/icl.0000000000000958] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2022] [Accepted: 09/11/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the improvement in symptoms and signs associated with intense pulse light (IPL) combined with low-level light therapy (LLLT) in the treatment of dry eye disease (DED). METHODS A systematic review of full-length original studies reporting the effects of IPL combined with LLLT for DED in two databases, PubMed and Scopus, was performed according to the PRISMA statement. The quality assessment tool for case series studies from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute was used to analyze the quality of the studies selected. RESULTS The search provided a total of 393 articles, of which six were included. Significant decreases in the Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) score, meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) score, MGD grade, and meiboscore and increases in tear film stability, lipid layer thickness, and loss area of the meibomian gland have been reported. Concerning tear volume, tear meniscus height, and Schirmer test remained unchanged. In relation to tear osmolarity and corneal fluorescein staining, contradictory outcomes were found. CONCLUSIONS Intense pulse light combined with LLLT for the treatment of dry eye improves OSDI, tear film stability, and meibomian gland function; thus, this treatment may be recommended for DED patients due to MGD.
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- Antonio Ballesteros-Sánchez
- Department of Ophthalmology (A.B.S., B.G.M), Clínica Novovisión, Murcia, Spain; Department of Ophthalmology and Optometry (B.G.M.), University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain; and Department of Physics of Condensed Matter (J.M.S.G., M.C.S.G.), Optics Area, University of Seville, Seville, Spain
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Ahadi M, Ebrahimi A, Ramin S. Long-Term Outcome of Photobiomodulation for Diabetic Macular Edema: A Case Report. Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg 2022; 40:742-746. [DOI: 10.1089/photob.2022.0059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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- Masoumeh Ahadi
- Optometry and Vision Science, Student Research Committee, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Bzovey B, Ngo W. Eyelid Warming Devices: Safety, Efficacy, and Place in Therapy. CLINICAL OPTOMETRY 2022; 14:133-147. [PMID: 35959466 PMCID: PMC9362510 DOI: 10.2147/opto.s350186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2022] [Accepted: 07/28/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is characterized by the obstruction and/or inflammation of the meibomian glands that result in decreased and altered meibum secretion. This results in deficiencies in the tear film lipid layer which contributes to increased evaporation and destabilization of the tear film. One of the mainstay therapies for MGD is medical devices that apply heat and/or pressure to the eyelids and promote the liquification and outflow of meibum into the tear film. Over the past two decades, there have been a surge of interest in diagnosing and managing MGD. As a result, numerous medical devices have been developed and each have their own unique approach to treating MGD. This narrative review was conducted to summarize the current state of knowledge on eyelid warming devices, specifically warm eye coverings, devices that direct heat and/or pressure to the eyelids, moisture chamber goggles, and light-based therapy. This review summarized 58 human clinical studies and found that most eyelid warming devices were efficacious in improving signs and symptoms in a wide range of MGD severities and were generally safe to use.
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- Brandon Bzovey
- Centre for Ocular Research & Education, School of Optometry & Vision Science University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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- School of Optometry & Vision Science, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
- Centre for Eye and Vision Research (CEVR), Hong Kong, People’s Republic of China
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Devi P, Kumar P, Marella BL, Bharadwaj SR. Impact of Degraded Optics on Monocular and Binocular Vision: Lessons from Recent Advances in Highly-Aberrated Eyes. Semin Ophthalmol 2022; 37:869-886. [PMID: 35786147 DOI: 10.1080/08820538.2022.2094711] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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PURPOSE Optical imperfections of the eye, characterized by higher-order wavefront aberrations, are exaggerated in corneal disease (e.g., keratoconus) and iatrogeny (e.g., keratorefractive surgery for myopia correction, keratoplasty for optical clarity restoration). This article reviews the recent advances on this topic for a comprehensive understanding of how optical degradations in disease models impact retinal image quality and monocular and binocular visual performance. METHODS Published literature over the last decade on retinal image quality and/or monocular and binocular visual functions with corneal irregularity was reviewed based on their relevance to the current topic, study population and strength of study design. The literature was summarized into four themes: 1) wavefront errors and retinal image quality of highly aberrated eyes, 2) monocular and binocular vision loss consequent to degraded optics and visual strategies to optimize performance, 3) impact of optical correction modalities on visual performance and 4) implications for clinical management of patients. RESULTS Across the 46 articles reviewed, the results clearly indicated that an increase in higher-order aberrations across these conditions had a significant negative impact on the patient's retinal image quality, and monocular and binocular visual functions. Interocular differences in retinal image quality deteriorated visual performance more than an overall worsening of image quality bilaterally. Minimizing optical degradation using rigid contact lenses and adaptive optics technology significantly improves retinal image quality and monocular and binocular vision, but performance remains sub-optimal relative to age-similar healthy controls. CONCLUSION Corneal disease and iatrogeny are useful models to understand the impact of optical degradation on retinal image quality and visual performance. Clinical management will greatly benefit from equalizing retinal image quality of both eyes of these patients. Future studies that deepen our understanding of the structure-function relation in these conditions are desirable for advancing vision science in this area and for developing novel clinical management strategies.
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- Preetirupa Devi
- Brien Holden Institute of Optometry and Vision Sciences, L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, India.,Prof Brien Holden Eye Research Centre, L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, India.,School of Health Sciences, Division of Optometry and Visual Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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- Brien Holden Institute of Optometry and Vision Sciences, L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, India.,Prof Brien Holden Eye Research Centre, L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, India.,School of Health Sciences, Division of Optometry and Visual Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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- Brien Holden Institute of Optometry and Vision Sciences, L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, India.,Prof Brien Holden Eye Research Centre, L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, India.,School of Health Sciences, Division of Optometry and Visual Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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- Brien Holden Institute of Optometry and Vision Sciences, L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, India.,Prof Brien Holden Eye Research Centre, L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, India
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Park Y, Kim H, Kim S, Cho KJ. Effect of low-level light therapy in patients with dry eye: a prospective, randomized, observer-masked trial. Sci Rep 2022; 12:3575. [PMID: 35246565 PMCID: PMC8897458 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-07427-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2021] [Accepted: 02/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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To evaluate the efficacy of low-level light therapy (LLLT) with near-infrared light-emitting diodes (LED-LLLT) for the treatment of dry eye. 40 patients were randomly assigned with a 1:1 allocation ratio to receive LED-LLLT (LLLT group, n = 20) or placebo treatment (placebo group, n = 20). Patients in the LLLT group received LLLT twice a week for 3 weeks, for a total of 6 treatment sessions. The primary endpoint was the changes in the fluorescein corneal staining (FCS) score. The secondary endpoints were the changes in the ocular surface disease index (OSDI) score, lissamine green conjunctival staining (LGCS) scores, tear film break-up time (TBUT), Schirmer test, and the meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) index. These were evaluated before treatment and 4 weeks after start of treatment. The mean difference of score change in primary endpoint revealed significant improvement in the LLLT group, compared to the placebo. Among secondary endpoints, LGCS, Schirmer's test, upper meibography scores showed significant improvements, while TBUT, lid debris, lid swelling, lid telangiectasia, meibomian gland secretion and expressibility scores had slight improvement without significant differences. No serious adverse events were observed. The use of LED-LLLT for the treatment of dry eye and MGD appears to be safe and beneficial.
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- Yuli Park
- Department of Ophthalmology, Dankook University Hospital, College of Medicine, Dankook University, Cheonan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Dankook University Hospital, College of Medicine, Dankook University, Cheonan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, School of Medicine, Dankook University, Cheonan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Dankook University Hospital, College of Medicine, Dankook University, Cheonan, Republic of Korea.
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