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Thermal Pulsation Systems And Topical Immunomodulators For Managing Meibomian Gland Dysfunction

By Bartosz.Kiziorek
March 26, 2024
Alcon Publications
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Thermal Pulsation Systems And Topical Immunomodulators For Managing Meibomian Gland Dysfunction

KEY MESSAGES

 

  • Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is an abnormality of the meibomian glands that results from duct obstruction and irregular meibum quality/quantity, leading to symptoms of dry eye. As MGD increases in severity, the more unstable the tear lipid layer becomes, resulting in increased tear evaporation, tear hyperosmolarity, and ocular surface inflammation
  • Clinicians have many options for managing MGD but must weigh many factors in developing their treatment plan, including comorbidities, efficacy and safety, time-to-onset, adverse side effects, patient psychology (potential for compliance/dropout), and convenience
  • Topical immunomodulators are indicated for and effective at reducing ocular surface inflammation. They have been shown to be effective in improving meibomian gland function within 4-12 weeks post-treatment
  • The mainstay of MGD therapy is a combination of eyelid heating and expression. The iLux® device is a thermal pulsation system that offers simultaneous heating and expression therapy and has demonstrated efficacy in relieving symptoms and improving gland functionby as early as 1 week post-treatment

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