How Essential is DED Treatment Before Surgery?

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Hi Renukaprasad A R, Does preoperative dry eye disease (DED) management affect surgical outcomes? The detection of underlying DED is a crucial component of postoperative care. Studies have shown that managing the ocular surface before surgery helps promote positive long-term results and reduces the likelihood of postoperative consequences by lowering inflammation and stabilizing the tear film. Check out this article discussing the impact of preoperative DED management on postoperative outcomes! Highlights: DED and autoimmune conditions; Medications that cause DED Common ocular surface disorders that must be addressed prior to surgery Preoperative parameters for patient assessments and ocular surface optimization Clinical evidence Read More If you don't want to receive these emails in the future, please unsubscribe.