Sjogren`s syndrome and ocular surface changes by laser-scanning in vivo confocal microscopy

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Dry eye disease (DED) and ocular allergy are common conditions in the eye practice. They have more than 20% of prevalence and that fact increases healthcare problems and affects life quality. Rheumatologic diseases such as Sjogren's syndrome (SS) are often associated with ophthalmic findings, and belong to the dry eye but with decreased tear film production.