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Pilot Study for Treatment of Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) Prior to Cataract Surgery
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating LipiFlow Pre-Treatment and LipiFlow Post-treatment for Blepharitis and Dry Eye Syndrome. Completed, enrolled 34 participants across 7 sites.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this pilot feasibility study is to assess whether treating meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) prior to cataract surgery helps promote meibomian gland function, visual quality and ocular comfort after cataract surgery.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
The LipiFlow Thermal Pulsation System is intended for the application of localized heat and pressure therapy in adult patients with chronic cystic conditions of the eyelids, including meibomian gland dysfunction, also known as evaporative dry eye or lipid deficiency dry eye.
The LipiFlow Thermal Pulsation System is intended for the application of localized heat and pressure therapy in adult patients with chronic cystic conditions of the eyelids, including meibomian gland dysfunction, also known as evaporative dry eye or lipid deficiency dry eye.