Keratometry measurements showed significant variability in patients with unstable tear film before cataract surgery. Artificial tears and other appropriate treatments should be considered.

The eye is covered by a tear film that helps keep your eye lubricated and protected from environmental irritants. The tear film also plays a key role in light refraction. This refers to how light ...

Everyone has a tear film that covers and lubricates the eyes. The tear film is a mixture of water, oil, and mucus. Dry eyes occur when you don’t produce enough tears or when your tears are ...

According to a meta-analysis, tear film stability shows deterioration after cataract surgery, with symptoms potentially lasting up to 3 months postoperatively. However, the effect of cataract ...

Normally, people blink every 10 seconds or so. When you blink, your eyes release a “tear film” that soothes and coats your eyes. But you don’t blink as often when you’re on a tablet ...