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1. Latrogenic complications related to the use of herrick lacrimal plugs
 

The Herrick lacrimal occlusion device sometimes cannot be removed by simple irrigation and is capable of inducing permanent, irreversible, symptomatic lacrimal drainage system obstruction...

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2. LASIK Patients at Risk for Long-Term Eye Irritation

 

SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- June 29, 2001 -- Patients considering LASIK (laser in situ keratomileusis) should be informed of the risk of developing ongoing ocular irritation symptoms similar to dry eye. This is the recommendation of the authors of a study in the July 2001 issue of Ophthalmology, the clinical journal of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Eye M.D. Association...

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3. OSN: Cyclosporine eye drop is effective and safe for dry eye, studies show
 

Abstract: Cyclosporine eye drop is effective and safe for dry eye, studies show. Spotlight on Dry Eye. Patients receiving the drug required less supplemental artificial tears.. by Bob Kronemyer. June 1, 2000 BELLFLOWER, Calif. ― When used as an eye drop, cyclosporine A is safe and effective in treating moderate to sever...

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4. OSN: A new theory for dry eye pathology may be needed
 

Abstract: A new theory for dry eye pathology may be needed. Spotlight on Dry Eye. A new theory regarding the development and treatment of dry eye suggests looking at the disease as part of an interrelationship of several factors within the eye.. e development and treatment of dry eye suggests looking at the disease as ...

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5. OSN: Retinoid compound may help severe dry eye cases, but further research is needed
 

Abstract: Retinoid compound may help severe dry eye cases, but further research is needed. Cornea/Esternal Disease. One researcher hopes to revisit studies of topical treatments for dry eye and corneal keratinization.. evisit studies of topical treatments for dry eye and corneal keratinization.March 15, 1999 Despite...

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6. OSN: At Issue- tears versus plugs in post-LASIK patients
 

 

Abstract: At Issue: tears versus plugs in post-LASIK patients. Spotlight on Dry Eye. At Issue posed the following question to a panel of experts: What is the place of tears versus plugs in your post-LASIK patients?June 1, 2000. Depends on symptomatology of patient. Eric D. Donnenfeld, MD: The treatment of the...

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7. Ask the Experts - Sjögren's Syndrome and the Lasik Procedure
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