Laser corneal refractive surgery is a widely adopted approach for correcting refractive errors, but postoperative dry eye remains a common side effect. Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) and Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) are two emerging treatments that have shown potential in managing dry eye disease. However, their role as a prophylactic treatment in patients without pre-existing symptomatic dry eye undergoing refractive surgery has not been explored.
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French version of Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) score
Timeframe: 1 month post-operative