TREATMENTS FOR LACRIMAL INSUFFICIENCY IN THE DRY EYE SYNDROME.

Along with a better understanding of the dry eye pathophysiology, the treatment of this disease has passed from the simple administration of artificial tears with the role of hydration and lubrication of the eye surface, to true therapeutic strategies that result in increased natural production of tear constituents, integrity of the epithelium of the ocular surface, or inhibition of the synthesis of mediators of inflammation. New therapeutic approaches have allowed a significant improvement in the quality of life for many patients with dry eye syndrome. Therapeutic recommendations should take into account the etiology and the degree of severity of the disease. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]