Association of Dry Eye with Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis: A Hospital-based Cross-sectional Study

Introduction: Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) is a common allergic disease seen in children. The allergic component is caused by Immunoglobulin E (IgE) and mast cell-mediated pathway. It is proposed to be a combination of immune system, genetic, and environmental factors. Secondary dry eye de...

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Main Authors: Challapalli Himabindu, Niharika Krishna Shetty
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited 2023-07-01
Series:Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research
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Online Access:https://www.jcdr.net/articles/PDF/18189/61475_CE[Ra1]_F(IS)_PF1(JY_KM)_PFA(JY_KM)_PN(KM).pdf