general practitioner from the University of Antofagasta, Chile, specialization in ophthalmology from the University of Chile, and fellowship in glaucoma at the Glaucoma Center Buenos Aires, Argentina. currently a staff doctor at the Barros Luco hospital in Chile, teacher of this establishment, teacher of the postgraduate course in glaucoma of dr. Sampaolesi in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Glaucoma treatment is closely related to the appearance or worsening of dry eye symptoms. The current topical treatment produces chronic inflammation that affects globet cells, meibomian glands and cornea, which translates into a decrease in the quantity and quality of the tear. It is characterized by increased osmolarity, which perpetuates damage to the ocular surface. Preservatives currently play a fundamental role in damage the ocular surface. There are numerous studies that have shown their toxic effects on the eye. Currently there are numerous preservative-free formulations and new therapies that allow us to improve the condition of the ocular surface in patients with glaucoma. A rational treatment is proposed using the different approaches available in the literature.
Part of the book: Dry Eye Syndrome