Can artificial tears prevent Acanthamoeba keratitis? An in vitro approach

Can artificial tears prevent Acanthamoeba keratitis? An in vitro approach

Abstract Background The use of contact lenses has increased in recent years as has the incidence of Dry Eye Syndrome, partly due to their use. Artificial tears are the most common treatment option. Since these changes can facilitate Acanthamoeba infection, the present study has been designed to eval...

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Main Authors: Angela Magnet, Thiago Santos Gomes, Carmen Pardinas, Natalia Garcia de Blas, Cruz Sadaba, Eugenia Carrillo, Fernando Izquierdo, José Manuel Benítez del Castillo, Carolina Hurtado, Carmen del Aguila, Soledad Fenoy
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-01-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Subjects:
Acanthamoeba
Prophylaxis
Artificial tears
Preservatives
Amoebicidal effect
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13071-018-2639-5

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