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Pterygium and basic tear secretion.

B Biedner, Y Biger, L Rothkoff

    Annals of Ophthalmology
    |August 1, 1979
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    This study investigated the link between pterygium and dry eyes. Tear secretion levels were similar in affected and unaffected eyes, suggesting dry eyes do not cause pterygium.

    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Ocular Surface Disease

    Background:

    • Pterygium is a common ocular condition.
    • The role of ocular surface dryness in pterygium development is debated.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the correlation between pterygium occurrence and eye dryness.
    • To determine if reduced tear secretion is a risk factor for pterygium.

    Main Methods:

    • Schirmer's No. 1 test was performed on 60 patients with unilateral pterygia.
    • Tear secretion was measured in both the affected (pterygium) and unaffected eyes.

    Main Results:

    • Mean tear secretion in diseased eyes was 15.33 +/- 8.09 mm.
    • Mean tear secretion in fellow eyes was 15.65 +/- 7.89 mm.

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  • Both values were within the normal range, with no significant difference between eyes.

    • Conclusions:

    • Ocular surface dryness, indicated by tear secretion, is unlikely to be a causative factor in pterygium development.
    • The findings do not support the hypothesis that reduced tear production leads to pterygium formation.