Dry Eye Disease: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Professionals

In response to the growing prevalence of dry eye disease, extensive research has been conducted to better understand this condition. The International Dry Eye Workshops (DEWS I and II) and the Dry Eye Assessment and Management (DREAM) trial have contributed significantly to the existing body of knowledge on this topic. As a result, there is now a wealth of evidence-based literature available on the diagnosis, management, and treatment of dry eye disease.

Dry Eye Disease: A Practical Guide is a culmination of these scientific sources, providing a user-friendly clinical reference for healthcare professionals. Co-authored by Dr. Francis Mah and Dr. Michelle Rhee, along with a team of 35 renowned contributors, this guide covers all aspects of dry eye disease, from epidemiology and pathogenesis to disease subgroups, diagnostics, and management.

This comprehensive guide features diverse case scenarios based on real clinical practices, encouraging critical thinking and practical application of the latest understanding of dry eye disease in office and operating room settings. The book delves into the complexities of dry eye disease, including its relationship with surgical outcomes and contact lens wear.

Key Topics Covered

• The latest biomarker diagnostics for dry eye disease
• Therapeutic technologies for Meibomian gland dysfunction
• The role of integrative medicine in dry eye treatment
• Advances in therapeutic contact lenses for dry eye management

This timely publication provides healthcare professionals with a valuable resource to stay updated on the latest research and best practices in dry eye disease management. With its easily digestible content and practical case scenarios, Dry Eye Disease: A Practical Guide is an indispensable reference for anyone involved in the diagnosis and treatment of dry eye disease.

Published by SLACK Incorporated in 2019, this guide is available in English and features ISBN numbers 9781630913779 and 9781630913786.