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April 2017 in “journal of current ophthalmology” This review highlights essential preoperative assessments for ophthalmologists and non-oculo-facial surgeons performing upper facial rejuvenation, emphasizing the importance of understanding ocular and periocular anatomy to achieve both cosmetic and functional improvements.
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September 2019 in “Journal of surgery and medicine” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome had worse meibomian gland morphology and ocular surface conditions compared to healthy controls, as observed through non-contact meibography.
This study found that men with benign prostate hyperplasia showed increased meibomian gland dysfunction and tear film instability compared to age-matched controls, and were also more likely to have androgenic alopecia.
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June 2023 in “Cureus” In a retrospective study, researchers found that topical spironolactone improved tear film quality and reduced inflammation related to meibomian gland dysfunction and evaporative dry eye in patients, demonstrating good tolerability and suggesting it as a potential therapy for managing the condition.
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January 2016 in “Cellular Physiology and Biochemistry” This study found that the extract of Bidens pilosa L. improved dry eye symptoms associated with androgen deficiency in rats by enhancing tear production, stabilizing the tear film, and reducing lacrimal gland inflammation.