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Blepharitis and eyelid inflammation is a common presentation which has implications not only from an ocular surface health perspective, but it can also present challenges for ophthalmologists needing to perform ocular surgery as it presents an increased the risk of post-operative complications.
This presentation sees two leading ocular surface experts discussing the benefits of recommending hypochlorous acid to their patients. Dr Alice Epiropoulos shares her insights from the US and Sarah Farrant from the UK talks about her more recent clinical experiences with hypochlorous acid.
This recording is accredited for 1 non-interactive GOC CPD point for Optometrists, Dispensing Opticians and Contact Lens Opticians.
Domains and Learning Outcomes
Clinical Practice
(s.5) Practitioners will be aware of the benefits of using Hypochlorous Acid as a management option for blepharitis and associated lid conditions.
(s.5) Practitioners will be aware of how using Hypochlorous Acid may be beneficial for patients awaiting ocular surgery.
Speciality CPD Contact Lens Speciality
(s.5) Practitioners will be aware of the benefits of using Hypochlorous Acid as a management option for blepharitis and associated lid conditions.
(s.5) Practitioners will be aware of how using Hypochlorous Acid may be beneficial for patients awaiting ocular surgery.
About The Panel
Dr Alice Epitropoulos is an ophthalmologist who specializes in refractive and cataract surgery at The Eye Center of Columbus and a Clinical Assistant Professor at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, USA.
Sarah Farrant is an Independent Prescribing Optometrist with her own practice in Somerset, UK. Sarah is the UK ambassador for the Tear Film and Ocular Surface society (TFOS).