Dear Dr. Renukaprasad A R, Do you know the role of meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) in the vicious circle of dry eye disease (DED)? MGD is a significant cause of DED. Meibomian gland obstruction, dropout, and inflammation directly link the double vicious circles of DED. MGD is a potential entry point into the vicious cycle of DED. It leads to hyperosmolarity and inflammation, both a cause and consequence of DED. Read this article to get the latest information on the new pathophysiological scheme for MGD that helps plan proper treatment strategies targeting the vicious cycle of DED. Highlights: - Definition and classification of MGD
- Various pathological mechanisms behind MGD
- Importance of MGD in the vicious cycle of DED
- Different therapeutic approaches targeting the vicious cycle of DED
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