SUNDAY, 25 OCTOBER 2009, 10.30 AM – 1.00 PM
HOTEL GRT, CHENNAI

DARSHAN EYE CLINIC – ACTIVITY REPORT – OCTOBER 2009

Dr Srinivas K Rao moderates meet on tear problems

The ocular surface is a comp l exstructure tha t comprises of the lids, the epithelium of the cornea and conjunctiva and the tear film. It is increasingly being recognized that multiple factors can affect this functional unit, resulting in a variety of distressing symptoms for the patient.

RECENT ADVANCES

At a recent meeting focus group in Kuala Lumpur, in which Dr Rao represented India, the important roles of hyperosmolarity of the tear film and ocular surface inflammation in the pathogenesis of dry eye were discussed.

Punctal plugs are an elegant and effective way to treat dry eye symptoms in computer users

Scientific Deliberations

The session was attended by over 75 doctors a n d postgraduates. The topics discussed were

• Dry eye in post menopausal women
• Cataract surgery and tear problems
• Glaucoma and dry eye

Dr Srinivas K Rao spoke on “Optimizing Tear Film Function in Special Situations” and answered questions on the management of tear problems and ocular surface disorders in various diseases. The talks were well received and the audience felt that the discussions were useful.