Correlation Between Signs and Symptoms of Ocular Surface Dysfunction and Tear Osmolarity With Ambient Levels of Air Pollution in a Large Metropolitan Area

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Authors

André A. M. Torricelli · Universidade de São Paulo

Priscila Novaes · Universidade de São Paulo

Monique Matsuda · Universidade de São Paulo

Alfésio Luı́s Ferreira Braga · Universidade de São Paulo

Paulo Hilário Nascimento Saldiva · Universidade de São Paulo

Mílton Ruiz Alves · Universidade de São Paulo

Mário Luiz Ribeiro Monteiro

Abstract

Exposure to air pollution reduces tear film stability and influences tear film osmolarity. Combining clinical examination with the assessment of tear osmolarity may help understand ocular surface response to high levels of air pollution.

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Ocular Surface and Contact Lens Allergic Rhinitis and Sensitization Contact Dermatitis and Allergies

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Published in: Cornea

Volume 32, Issue 4, pp. e11-e15

DOI: 10.1097/ico.0b013e31825e845d

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Correlation Between Signs and Symptoms of Ocular Surface Dysfunction and Tear Osmolarity With Ambient Levels of Air Pollution in a Large Metropolitan Area

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