Better detection of Demodex mites by Löffler’s alkaline methylene blue staining in patients with blepharitis

Katsuji KiuchiKiuchi Eye Clinic, Joto-ku, Osaka, JapanPurpose: To determine whether the Löffler’s alkaline methylene blue staining method is better than no staining in detecting Demodex mites in the eyelashes of patients with blepharitis.Materials and methods: Eyelashes were colle...

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Main Author: Kiuchi K
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Dove Medical Press 2018-04-01
Series:Clinical Ophthalmology
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Online Access:https://www.dovepress.com/better-detection-of-demodex-mites-by-lofflers-alkaline-methylene-blue-peer-reviewed-article-OPTH