Clinical Study

Effects of a New Eyelid Shampoo on Lid Hygiene and Eyelash Length in Patients with Meibomian Gland Dysfunction: A Comparative Open Study

Table 5

Grading scales for signs of meibomian gland dysfunction.

Eyelash contamination
0Clear
1Slight contamination
2Mild
3Moderate
4Severe

Meibomian orifice obstruction
0Clear liquid
1Yellowish liquid
2Opaque and toothpaste-like consistency
3 Thickened white material
4Not possible

Meibomian gland blockage
0None
1<25% blocked glands
225% to <50%
350% to <75%
475% or more

Lid margin foam
0Clear
1At the canthus
2Lower or upper
3Lower and upper
4Lower and upper or at the canthus