Of those with a diagnosis, symptoms were greater in women and post-cataract cases, while signs took precedence in those who were older and used artificial tears.
Study finds it only measures tear meniscus properties, not those of the precorneal tear film itself, and is non-informative when differentiating DED from non-DED in this population.
One possible explanation is that this age group’s increased prevalence and severity of mite infestation could have a desensitizing effect on the ocular surface over time, researchers suggest.
A survey found that frequency and severity were lower among those who only used one modality and highest in those who used both. However, the study didn’t account for confounding lifestyle factors like digital device use.
Nine of 11 studies in a new literature review reported that the treatment’s clinical benefit was superior to conventional methods, but industry involvement should give pause.