Expressions on Evaporation: Clinical Perspectives on the Management of Dry Eye Disease (Online CME Monograph)

Expressions on Evaporation: Clinical Perspectives on the Management of Dry Eye Disease (Online CME Monograph) is organized by MedEdicus LLC.

Course opens: 07/20/2023
Course expires: 07/31/2024

Activity Description:
Dry eye disease is among the most common diseases affecting the eye, and its primary cause is meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). MGD can be easily diagnosed by clinical evaluation of the quality of meibum expressed from meibomian glands. Although treatments are available to help manage the symptoms and signs of MGD, new and emerging therapies offer the opportunity to address several aspects of the underlying pathophysiology of MGD. In this educational activity, an expert panel will discuss the pathophysiology of MGD and MGD-associated dry eye disease, review current treatment options, and forecast the role of new and emerging therapies in the management of these conditions.

Learning Objectives:
After completing this activity, participants will be better able to:

• Review the function of the tear film in maintaining a healthy ocular surface
• Use diagnostic strategies that examine meibomian gland function in routine practice
• Discuss limitations of currently available treatment options for meibomian gland dysfunction–associated dry eye disease
• Evaluate clinical trial data for agents under development for the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction–associated dry eye disease