Course: Dry Eye Disease: An Update in 2022
CME Credits: 1.00
Released: 2022-02-01
Dry eye disease (DED) is a relatively common condition characterized by abnormal tear film composition and ocular surface inflammation. Patients with DED often present with foreign body sensation and blurred vision. Female sex, age older than 50 years, connective tissue disease, contact lens wear, medications such as diuretics and antihistamines, and hematopoietic stem cell transplant are associated with higher rates of DED. The prevalence of DED in the US adult population has been estimated at approximately 5%. DED can be a challenging problem for patients and may be difficult for clinicians to diagnose and manage effectively. This JAMA Insights article provides an overview of DED, including pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment.
Educational Objective
To identify the key insights or developments described in this article
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