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Cataract surgery and steroid eye drops significantly increase Demodex mite colonization on eyelashes. Ophthalmologists should consider Demodex blepharitis in patients with persistent eye discomfort after surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Microbiology

Background:

  • Demodex mites are common inhabitants of human skin and eyelashes.
  • Cataract surgery is a prevalent ophthalmic procedure.
  • Postoperative topical steroid use is standard after cataract surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the incidence of Demodex mite colonization on eyelashes following cataract extraction surgery.
  • To assess the impact of postoperative topical steroid treatment on Demodex colonization.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective, noncomparative clinical study involving 62 patients undergoing cataract surgery.
  • Eyelash samples were collected and examined for Demodex mites preoperatively and 3 weeks postoperatively.
  • Patients received standard postoperative topical steroid treatment as needed.

Main Results:

  • Demodex colonization was detected in 22.58% of samples preoperatively and increased to 32.26% postoperatively (P = 0.0143).
  • A statistically significant increase in Demodex colonization was observed after cataract surgery and steroid therapy.
  • No significant difference in Demodex prevalence was noted between males and females.

Conclusions:

  • Cataract surgery combined with topical steroid treatment leads to a significant rise in Demodex eyelash colonization.
  • Ophthalmologists should consider Demodex blepharitis in patients experiencing chronic eye discomfort post-cataract surgery.
  • Increased Demodex colonization warrants consideration for its role in postoperative ocular symptoms.