Meibomian Gland Dysfunction: A Dermatological Perspective on Pathogenesis and Treatment Outlook.

Published: Jan 1, 2021
Abstract
Meibomian glands are modified oil-producing glands that produce meibum and can become dysfunctional and negatively affect the lipid layer in the tear film, resulting in ocular surface diseases such as evaporative dry eye. Abnormal keratin production and aggregation at the meibomian gland orifice has been implicated in the pathogenesis of meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). Current treatments largely ignore the role of keratin proteins. This...
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Title
Meibomian Gland Dysfunction: A Dermatological Perspective on Pathogenesis and Treatment Outlook.
Published Date
Jan 1, 2021
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