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Solving STODS - Surgical Temporary Ocular Discomfort Syndrome
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: Received: 7 December 2022 / Approved: 8 December 2022 / Online: 8 December 2022 (06:39:48 CET)
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Hirabayashi, M.T.; Barnett, B.P. Solving STODS—Surgical Temporary Ocular Discomfort Syndrome. Diagnostics 2023, 13, 837. Hirabayashi, M.T.; Barnett, B.P. Solving STODS—Surgical Temporary Ocular Discomfort Syndrome. Diagnostics 2023, 13, 837.
Abstract
The term STODS (Surgical Temporary Ocular Discomfort Syndrome) has been coined to describe the ocular surface perturbations induced by surgery. As one of the most important refractive elements of the eye, Guided Ocular Surface and Lid Disease (GOLD) optimization is fundamental to success in achieving refractive outcomes and mitigating STODS. Effective GOLD optimization and the prevention/treatment of STODS, requires an understanding of the molecular, cellular and anatomic factors that influence ocular surface microenviroment and the associated perturbations induced by surgical intervention. By reviewing the current understanding of STODS etiologies, we will attempt to outline a rationale for a tailored GOLD optimization depending on the ocular surgical insult. With a bench to bedside approach, we will highlight clinical examples of effective GOLD perioperative optimization can mitigate STODS deleterious effect on preoperative imaging and postoperative healing.
Keywords
STODS; GOLD optimization; LASIK; dry eye
Subject
Medicine and Pharmacology, Ophthalmology
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