Diffuse lamellar keratitis (DLK) results in the accumulation of inflammatory cells in the interface between the LASIK flap and corneal stroma, and can be one of the most serious complications of LASIK if not treated quickly and properly.
Ophthalmologists are just beginning to understand how the mite causes recurrent inflammation to eyelids.
Some products are better than others for certain dry eye conditions.
As allergies increase worldwide and as ocular allergies garner greater attention, more of your patients may use oral medications or intranasal steroids in addition to topical eye drops for allergic rhinoconjunctivitis. However, it would be prudent to monitor who among your patients is prescribed these allergy treatments.
Ever since their conception, multifocal intraocular lenses (IOLs) have been measured against their predecessor, monofocal lenses. With the appearance of accommodating lenses on the market in recent years, inevitable comparisons are now being drawn between multifocal lenses and the latest advancement in IOL technology. EyeWorld takes a look at the pros and cons of the lenses.