Effects of chronic smoking on the meibomian glands.

Ersin MuhafizSeray Aslan BayhanHasan Ali BayhanCanan Gürdal

Published in: International ophthalmology (2019)

Smoking results in meibomian gland damage which may be a risk factor for dry eye. In cases of ocular surface disorders related to chronic smoking, meibomian gland damage should be taken into consideration.

Keyphrases

smoking cessation
oxidative stress
drug induced