Characteristics of tear abnormalities associated with benign essential blepharospasm and amelioration by means of botulinum toxin type A treatment
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DOI: 10.1007/s10384-019-00705-3
Abstract: Purpose To investigate the characteristics of tear abnormalities with benign essential blepharospasm (BEB) and the effect of botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) treatment. Study Design Prospective and clinical study. Methods Forty eyes of 40 patients… read more here.
Keywords: tear abnormalities; benign essential; characteristics tear; essential blepharospasm ... See more keywords
Benign Essential Blepharospasm
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DOI: 10.1093/med/9780190603953.003.0033
Abstract: Blepharospasm is an involuntary closure of the eyes that is caused by spasm of the orbicularis oculi. It can be isolated or associated with certain ophthalmic and neurologic disorders, such as progressive supranuclear palsy. In… read more here.
Keywords: blepharospasm; benign essential; essential blepharospasm;
Developments in the treatment of benign essential blepharospasm
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DOI: 10.1097/icu.0000000000000500
Abstract: Purpose of review To review new developments in the medical and surgical treatment options for benign essential blepharospasm (BEB). Recent findings Botulinum toxin injections remain the mainstay treatment for BEB with several formulations currently commercially… read more here.
Keywords: benign essential; developments treatment; essential blepharospasm; treatment ... See more keywords