The members of the Tear Film Subcommittee reviewed the role of the tear film in dry eye
disease (DED). The Subcommittee reviewed biophysical and biochemical aspects of tears …

Understanding the molecular composition (eg, proteins and lipids) of the tear film (TF) and
the contribution of the meibomian gland to the TF is critical in gaining knowledge about TF …

The aim of the subcommittee report was to review published evidence describing tear film
changes secondary to contact lens wear and to examine the evidence for associations …

Examining the role of the contact lens material, design, and the care system is fundamental
to understanding contact lens discomfort (CLD). However, a systematic review that tries to …

Dry and irritated mucous membranes of the eyes and airways are common symptoms
reported in office-like environments. Earlier studies suggested that indoor pollutants were …

Contact lens wearers complain of various types of contact lens discomfort (CLD), which may
result in the discontinuation of contact lenses. CLD is often associated with dry eye disease …

For 30 years, contact lens research focused on the need for highly oxygen-permeable (Dk)
soft lens materials. High Dk silicone hydrogel contact lenses, made available in 1999, met …

Purpose: To identify any changes in corneal sensitivity and tear physiology after
phacoemulsification and to evaluate the effectiveness of the use of ophthalmic lubricants …

Keratoconus (KC) has been traditionally classified as a noninflammatory disease. Barring
loss of function, the other classic signs of inflammation (heat, redness, swelling, pain) are not …

purpose. To apply interferometry as an in vivo measure of tear film thinning between blinks.
methods. Wavelength-dependent interference was used to measure the tear film thinning …