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To study the Correlation between Ocular surface disease index (OSDI0,tear film break up time (TFBUT) and Schirmers Test in case of dry Eye. Materials and Methods- Observational study was conducted at the Ophthalmology Department of a Tertiary Hospital between 6 months . commenced with the administration of the OSDI questionnaire. Subsequently, Tear Film Break-Up Time (TFBUT) and Schirmer's test were conducted, and the resulting data was subject to analysis. OSDI scores were recorded on a scale ranging from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating greater disability. A diagnosis cut-off point for OSDI scores was established at ≥35.Results- suggests a positive correlation between Schirmer's test and TFBUT, indicating that as the Schirmer's test values increase, TFBUT values tend to increase as well. On the other hand, there is a negative correlation between TFBUT and OSDI, indicating that as TFBUT decreases, OSDI scores tend to increase, reflecting worse ocular surface discomfort. Conclusion- The Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) questionnaire, in combination with quick and non-invasive clinical tests like the Schirmer test and Tear Film Break-Up Time (TBUT), provides a comprehensive approach to diagnose dry eye. This combined approach helps clinicians accurately diagnose and manage dry eye by considering both subjective and objective aspects of the condition.

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