Publications by authors named "Raphaela Geiger"
Clin Ophthalmol
December 2022
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to assess the effectiveness, safety, and tolerability of topical omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) for treating dry eye disease (DED) compared to povidone drops.
- Conducted in Germany, the pilot study involved 80 patients who self-administered either omega-3 PUFA or povidone eye drops over three months, evaluating various ocular health parameters at four and twelve weeks.
- Results showed that both treatments significantly improved eye-related symptoms and showed that omega-3 PUFA was as effective as povidone, suggesting it could be a viable option for DED management.
