Most rely on artificial tears more so than eyelid-based interventions, 22% spend an hour or more daily on care and less than half reported that their primary source of information is their eyecare provider.
OCT imaging—performed with longer wavelengths—captured a greater percentage of these structures. Researchers wonder if the distinction may impact clinical management decisions.
Study also found demographic disparities, with higher risk profiles among women and Asian and Native American individuals, while Black patients may be underrepresented in prevalence data.