Cornea and ocular surface

With the onset of summer, the eyes are exposed to a series of risks that should be prevented in order to avoid serious injuries. Agents such as chlorine from the swimming pool, sea salt, sand, strong winds or the sun are causes that threaten the condition of our eyes. These agents can alter the health of the conjunctiva, the cornea, the crystalline lens and the retina. Dr. Jordi Gatell, head of the ICR Cornea Department, tells us what we can do to take care of them during this time of the year.

Although the arrival of spring is usually synonymous with a rise in temperature or the blooming of plants, for many it can turn into a real nightmare, as it means the onset of spring allergies caused by pollen.

What are contact lenses and how should they be used? The use of contact lenses is becoming more and more common in our society. It is important to know the different types of lenses and the injuries they can cause if they are not used properly.

The next 30th and 31st of October will take place the XVIII course of Refractive Surgery, Cataract and Cornea ARI of Alicante, which on this occasion will be taught telematically. The course, directed by the lecturer from Alicante Jorge L. Alió, will have the participation of prestigious international and national ophthalmologists, among them, Dr. Francesc Duch, head of the Department of Refractive Surgery at ICR.

Dry eye syndrome is a common condition that occurs when the eye doesn’t produce enough tears or when these are not of a high enough quality to keep the eyes hydrated and free from discomfort. Risk Factors Eye dryness can affect anyone, despite being most common among women, especially after the menopause, or in those […]

A sad movie ending, a breakup, an onion chopped into slices, a blow or contusion, or fits of laughter may bring us to tears, a liquid that has many functions. Lachrymal glands produce them continuously, and can generate between 55 and over 110 liters of tears per year, thus contributing to maintaining daily eye health […]