Summary of the best evidence for intense pulsed light therapy in dry eye
10.3760/cma.j.cn115682-20241231-07183
- VernacularTitle:强脉冲光应用于干眼治疗的最佳证据总结
- Author:
Haixia SHI
1
;
Chang ZHOU
1
;
Xiu YAO
1
;
Mei YANG
1
;
Furong LI
1
Author Information
1. 陆军军医大学第二附属医院眼科，重庆 400037
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Xerophthalmia;
Intense pulsed light;
Meibomian gland dysfunction;
Evidence-based nursing;
Evidence summary
- From:
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing
2025;31(30):4093-4100
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective:To summarize the best evidence for intense pulsed light therapy in dry eye.Methods:Literature on intense pulsed light therapy for dry eye was electronically retrieved from databases and websites, including the National Guideline Clearinghouse, Guidelines International Network, British Medical Journal (BMJ) Best Practice, UpToDate, Cochrane Library, PubMed, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang Data, and China Biology Medicine disc. The search period was from database establishment to December 3, 2024. Two researchers independently conducted quality evaluation of the literature, and extracted and summarized the evidence.Results:A total of 22 articles were ultimately included, including four guidelines, seven expert consensus, and eleven systematic reviews. Twenty-seven piecesof evidence were summarized from six aspects of the mechanism of action, clinical indications, treatment protocols, operation and maintenance, therapeutic efficacy evaluation, adverse reactions, and precautions.Conclusions:The best evidence for intense pulsed light therapy in dry eye is evidence-based and scientific. Healthcare providers are advised to apply this evidence in conjunction with clinical context and patient preferences.
