Use of Botulinum Neurotoxin in Ophthalmology

Botulinum neurotoxin (BoNT) is the first biological toxin used in the treatment of ophthalmic diseases and to decrease skin wrinkles as an aesthetic agent. When used appropriately, it weakens the force of muscular contraction and/or inhibits glandular secretion. The most common areas for botulinum t...

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Main Authors: Emel Başar, Ceyhun Arıcı
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Galenos Yayinevi 2016-12-01
Series:Türk Oftalmoloji Dergisi
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Online Access:http://www.oftalmoloji.org/article_12564/Use-Of-Botulinum-Neurotoxin-In-Ophthalmology