title: Dry eye after laser in-situ keratomileusis.
abstract: Laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) is one of the most commonly performed refractive procedures with excellent visual outcomes. Dry eye syndrome is one of the most frequently seen complications after LASIK, with most patients developing at least some mild dry eye symptoms postoperatively. To achieve improved visual outcomes and greater patient satisfaction, it is essential to identify patients prone to dry eyes preoperatively, and initiate treatment early in the course. Enhanced understanding of the pathophysiology of post-LASIK dry eye will help advance our approach to its management.
authors.affiliation: Department of Ophthalmology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School , Boston, Massachusetts , USA.
authors.forename: Duna
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Raoof
authors.forename: Roberto
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Pineda
mesh_terms: D015352:Dry Eye Syndromes / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D020731:Keratomileusis, Laser In Situ; D007765:Lacrimal Apparatus / Q000601:surgery; D054018:Lasers, Excimer / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D065346:Lubricant Eye Drops / Q000008:administration & dosage; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D019919:Prosthesis Implantation
chemical_list: D065346:Lubricant Eye Drops
keywords: Artificial tears; corneal nerves; dry eye disease; dry eye syndrome; keratitis sicca; laser in-situ keratomileusis; punctual plugs