Journal of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology
Open Access
ISSN: 2155-9570
ISSN: 2155-9570
Azuma M
Tanzania
Review Article
Drug Treatment of Corneal Neuropathies: Mini Review
Author(s): Shearer TR and Azuma MShearer TR and Azuma M
Many human disorders of the cornea show degeneration of the corneal sensory nerves, either by direct insult to the cornea or indirectly by systemic diseases. The National Eye Institute recommended development of “… novel agents capable of stimulating appropriate corneal nerve regeneration.” This review covers some recent findings on factors that have potential for treating corneal neuropathies by promoting corneal nerve regeneration.
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DOI:
10.4172/2155-9570.1000667