Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5705568 | Ophthalmology | 2016 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Matrix metalloproteinase 9 testing in DED is a valuable new diagnostic tool. It correlated well with other dry eye tests and identified the presence of ocular surface inflammation in 40% of confirmed dry eye patients. It may be especially helpful to identify patients with ocular surface inflammation and autoimmune disease and may facilitate the decision to institute anti-inflammatory treatment in these patients.
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Authors
Elisabeth M. MD, FEBO, Victoria MS, Alexandra MS, Anselm MD, FEBO,