AN INNOVATIVE MEIBOGRAPHY APPROACH FOR ASSESSING MEIBOMIAN GLAND STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION IN DRY EYE DISEASE

Background and Aims: Dry eye disease (DED) is a multifactorial condition affecting the tear film and ocular surface, leading to discomfort, visual impairment, and ocular surface damage. Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is the primary cause of evaporative dry eye, significantly contributing to DED pathophysiology. This study aimed to evaluate meibomian gland structure and function using an innovative meibography approach and correlate gland loss with DED severity.