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Keratoconjunctivitis sicca.

D K Roberts1

  • 1Illinois Eye Institute/Illinois College of Optometry, Chicago 60616.

Journal of the American Optometric Association
|March 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary
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Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS), a dry eye condition, results from a deficient tear film aqueous layer. This review covers KCS clinical features, diagnosis, treatment, and causes, including Sjögren syndrome.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Immunology

Background:

  • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) is a dry eye disorder.
  • It involves a deficiency in the tear film's aqueous layer.
  • KCS can be isolated or linked to systemic conditions affecting tear production.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the clinical features of KCS.
  • To discuss diagnostic strategies for KCS.
  • To cover current KCS treatments and etiologies, including Sjögren syndrome.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of KCS.
  • Analysis of clinical features.
  • Discussion of diagnostic and treatment modalities.

Main Results:

  • KCS presents with varied clinical features.

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  • Diagnostic approaches are multifaceted.
  • Treatment strategies aim to restore tear film stability.

    • Conclusions:

    • KCS requires comprehensive evaluation.
    • Early diagnosis and management are crucial.
    • Understanding etiologies like Sjögren syndrome informs treatment.