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Comparison of Pre/Post TBUT for Treatment of DED By Age and Gender
| Age (n=77) | Number of cases | OD (right) | OS (left) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21–39 | 21 | 3.7 | 4.5 |
| 40–54 | 17 | 5.2 | 5.5 |
| 55–64 | 21 | 4.2 | 4.8 |
| 65–84 | 18 | 5.1 | 4.5 |
| Sex (n=89) | |||
| Male | 23 | 4.5 | 4.4 |
| Female | 57 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
Statistically significant changes are in bold.
TBUT, tear breakup time; DED, dry eye disease.
