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Ocular surface disease in pseudoexfoliation syndrome
Collegium Antropologicum
|June 5, 2015
Summary
Pseudoexfoliation syndrome is linked to significant tear function disorders and dry eye symptoms. Patients with PEX syndrome show a higher predisposition to these ocular surface issues.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Ocular Surface Disease
Background:
- Pseudoexfoliation (PEX) syndrome is a common condition.
- Ocular surface disease can significantly impact vision and comfort.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between pseudoexfoliation syndrome and ocular surface disease.
- To evaluate tear film function and ocular surface signs in PEX patients.
Main Methods:
- Tear film break-up time (TBUT) test.
- Schirmer II test.
- Assessment of lid parallel conjunctival folds.
- Comparison between 40 PEX patients and 40 controls.
Main Results:
- Statistically significant differences were observed in all tested components between PEX patients and controls.
- The tear film break-up time test showed the most prominent difference.
- Patients with PEX syndrome exhibited a higher predisposition to tear function disorders.
Conclusions:
- Pseudoexfoliation syndrome is associated with an increased risk of tear function disorders.
- Both components of dry eye syndrome are prevalent in patients with PEX syndrome.
