Finding relief with scleral lenses
Ryan Mahmoud shares a case study where a dry eye patient with persistent corneal staining was successfully managed using scleral contact lenses.
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Ryan Mahmoud
6 articles
Quantum molecular resonance treatment for DED: a randomised controlled trial
This randomised, double-masked, placebo-controlled trial investigated the effects of quantum molecular resonance (QMR) on the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease (DED). QMR is a novel dry eye therapy involving the topical application of electrical currents in the frequency-specific range of 4-64MH
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Scleral lenses in DED management
In theory, fitting scleral lenses for my dry eye patients was a logical evolution for both my dry eye and rigid gas permeable (RGP) contact lens practice specialities, but there were a few obstacles to making it a success in practice. Time was a significant issue. Dry eye patients typically have num
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Dry eye technology: improving outcomes
My practice focuses on specialty eye care and, much to my surprise, dry eye continues to be one of our main drawcards and is continuing to grow. A lot of the success we have experienced with dry eye has been due to the implementation of the latest dry eye technology. From a diagnostic perspective, d
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Dry eye in practice - does it work?
I set up a new independent optometry practice earlier this year. I knew that it wasn’t going to be easy, but I was confident my clinical experience, business education and management experience as a
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Dry eye research review
This is a randomised, prospective intervention study that evaluated the effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections in the treatment of severe, aqueous-deficient dry eye. PRP is a blood derivative that has previously been successfully used to treat ocular surface disorders such as persist
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