Dry Eye
Conditions
Brief summary
To investigate prevalence of dry eye disease in Norwegian patients with age-related macular degeneration receiving intravitreal injections, as well as to reveal possible risk factors of DED in this population.
Detailed description
Questionaires (OSDI, McMonnies) and clinical investigation using the Oculus 5 Keratograph for objective ocular surface evaluation. Tear fluid samples will be collected for later biochemical analysis.
Interventions
Objective measurements of the ocular surface using Oculus 5 keratograph. Slit lamp examination and tear fluid sample using Schirmer strips.
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* AMD diagnosis * Treated with intravitreal injection agents
Exclusion criteria
* Not able to cooperate
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Dry eye disease in patients receiving intravitreal injections | 2022 |
Countries
Norway