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Glaucoma is a chronic disease that affects the optic nerve and it is often accompanied by an increase in intraocular pressure (IOP). The disease affects both men and women and is more common in those aged over 40 years. Glaucoma, if left untreated, can lead to an important reduction of vision and to blindness: the […]

Dry eye disease (DED) is a highly prevalent dysfunction of the glands producing the tears, resulting in damage to the ocular surface. However, many patients do not recognise the symptoms of DED, so more cases remain under diagnosed. Without an early diagnosis and appropriate therapy, impairment in visual function, work place productivity and quality of […]

The International Dry Eye Workshop Dry Eye Workshop (DEWS) defined dry eye as “a multifactorial disease of the tears and ocular surface that results in symptoms of discomfort, visual disturbance and tear film instability with potential damage of the ocular surface. It is accompanied by increased osmolarity of the tear film and inflammation of the […]

Dry eye disease is a chronic condition that affects the corneal surface, and is clinically characterized by loss of tear volume and increased evaporation of tears.1,2 The definition of dry eye disease has evolved since it was first recognized over 30 years ago, with advanced research resulting in a better understanding of the disease pathophysiology.3 The official […]

Keratoconus early detection (screening) and diagnosis requires an in-deep corneal analysis with different techniques available.1 Slip lamp assessment and corneal topography/tomography are the most commonly accepted techniques in eye examination. Corneal topography and corneal tomography are useful terms that distinguish between two different types of corneal examination, so both will coexist and be complementary.2 In […]

Dry eye disease (DED) is a common ocular condition with a high impact on visual function and quality of life.1 However, DED is one of the most misdiagnosed diseases because of a delay in symptoms and clinical signs, and the lack of unitary diagnostic criteria.2,3 Moreover, current diagnostic tests are useful only in severe cases.2 […]