[Evolution of dry eye disease diagnostics].

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Clinical diagnostics

Background:

• Dry eye disease (DED) diagnosis relies on various clinical signs and symptoms.
• Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective DED management and patient quality of life.

Approach:

• This article reviews contemporary functional and instrumental examination techniques for DED.
• The focus is on methods that provide objective data for diagnostic algorithms.

Key Points:

• Functional tests assess tear film dynamics and ocular surface integrity.
• Instrumental methods, such as meibography and interferometry, offer quantitative DED assessment.
• These objective criteria aid in tailoring and monitoring therapeutic interventions.

Conclusions:

• Modern examination methods provide objective measures for diagnosing dry eye disease.
• These objective criteria are vital for evaluating the efficacy of dry eye treatments.