Cross-linked carboxymethyl cellulose and silk proteins for dry eye disease management and corneal wound healing: in vivo and in vitro results.

Key Points

• The aim is to evaluate the efficacy of CX-CMC and SP in managing dry eye disease and aiding corneal wound healing.
• In vivo testing on patients to assess dry-eye symptoms.
• In vitro experiments to evaluate wound healing properties.
• Evaluation of the solution's ability to absorb UV and blue light.
• CX-CMC and SP solution effectively improved signs and symptoms of dry eye disease.
• The solution promoted significant wound healing in vitro.
• The formulation contributed to UV and blue light absorption.