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Shi-yin Pan¹, Xiang-hua Xiao, Yang-zheng Wang

¹Department of Ophthalmology, the First Hospital of Xi'an, Shaanxi Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Shaanxi Institute of Ophthalmology, Xi'an 710002, China. panshiyin@163.com

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Increased tear osmolarity is a key factor in dry eye disease. New testing methods enable better diagnosis and treatment, including the potential of hypotonic artificial tears for managing dry eye symptoms.

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Ophthalmology
Biomedical Engineering

Context:

Dry eye disease (DED) is a prevalent condition with rising incidence.
Elevated tear osmolarity is a significant contributor to DED symptoms, ocular surface damage, and inflammation.

Purpose:

To review the advancements in tear osmolarity research.
To discuss the diagnostic and therapeutic applications of tear osmolarity in dry eye management.
To explore the future clinical potential of hypotonic artificial tears.

Summary:

Tear osmolarity measurement has advanced, leading to increased research and reporting on its role in normal and dry eyes across diverse regions.
This review covers the progress in tear osmolarity research, establishes normal and abnormal ranges, and details its diagnostic and therapeutic utility in dry eye.
The potential clinical use of hypotonic artificial tears for managing dry eye is also examined.

Impact:

Highlights the importance of tear osmolarity as a biomarker for dry eye disease.
Informs clinicians about the latest diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for dry eye.
Suggests a promising avenue for future dry eye treatments with hypotonic artificial tears.