Research progress of dry eye with meibomian gland dysfunction

Abstract

Meibomian gland dysfunction(MGD)is a general term for various abnormal meibomian glands. Meibomian gland secretes meibomian ester to moisten the eye surface and maintain the stability of tear film. In this article, the etiology, pathology and related treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction were reviewed by referring to related literatures.

Keywords

• meibomian gland dysfunction
• dry eyes
• pathogeny
• treatment
• research
• review