Corneal Nerve Pathway Function in Individuals with Dry Eye Symptoms

Ophthalmology. 2021 Apr;128(4):619-621. doi: 10.1016/j.ophtha.2020.07.061. Epub 2020 Aug 8.
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Keywords: corneal nerve function; corneal sensitivity; corneal somatosensory pathway function; corneal staining; dry eye; dry eye symptoms; persistent pain after topical anesthesia.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Cornea / innervation*
  • Cross-Sectional Studies
  • Dry Eye Syndromes / diagnosis
  • Dry Eye Syndromes / physiopathology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Ophthalmic Nerve / physiology*
  • Prospective Studies
  • Surveys and Questionnaires
  • Tears / physiology