Overview
This is a single-site observational study designed to evaluate the efficacy of Lacrifill™ canalicular filler in optimizing ocular surface parameters and biometric precision in prospective cataract surgery patients with dry eye disease (DED).
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Age \>= 40 years
- Diagnosed dry eye (OSDI \>= 13, TBUT \< 10 sec, or Oxford staining \>= Grade 2)
- No recent ocular surgeries (\<6 months)
- No significant changes in DED regimen within last 1 month
Exclusion Criteria:
- Previous punctal plugs or canalicular cautery
- Active ocular inflammation or corneal pathology unrelated to DED


