Dry eye is a common ocular condition that affects a significant portion of the population, leading to discomfort, visual disturbances, and reduced quality of life. This study aims to investigate the prevalence and clinical profile of dry eye in a tertiary care hospital-based population. A cross-sectional study design was employed, and a sample of patients attending the hospital's ophthalmology department was included. The diagnosis of dry eye was based on established diagnostic criteria and validated questionnaires. Clinical examinations, including tear film assessment, ocular surface evaluation, and measurement of tear osmolarity, were conducted to characterize the clinical profile of dry eye. The prevalence rate of dry eye and its association with demographic factors, medical history, and ocular characteristics were analyzed. The findings of this study provide valuable insights into the prevalence and clinical manifestations of dry eye in a tertiary care hospital-based population, which can guide improved diagnosis, management, and treatment strategies for this common ocular condition.

Dry eye, prevalence, clinical profile

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