Study underscores importance of upper eyelid meibography in early detection of OSD, among other conditions

This Optometry Times article covers clinical research that underscores the role of upper eyelid meibography in the early detection of ocular surface disease and related conditions. The report highlights how innovative technologies now available to clinicians can facilitate adequate eyelid exposure for accurate image capture, interpretation, and diagnosis.

The study authors emphasize that morphological changes in the meibomian glands must be interpreted alongside other clinical indicators for a comprehensive assessment — and that thorough evaluation of both upper and lower eyelids is necessary when assessing meibomian gland function and its relevance to ocular surface health.

For practices still relying on lower-lid-only imaging, this article presents a clear case for expanding their diagnostic protocol to include the upper eyelids, with new eversion tools making this more practical than ever.