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Comment on: Epimax-related ocular surface toxicity (EROST): the Glasgow experience

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  1. Tear Film & Ocular Surface Society, P.O. Box 130146, Boston, MA, 02113, USA

    Amy Gallant Sullivan

  2. FaceRestoration, 25 Harley Street, London, W1G 9QW, UK

    Rachna Murthy & Jonathan C. P. Roos

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JR conceived of study. The paper was written by AS and edited by RM and JR.

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JCPR and RM have no conflict of interest. AGS is the executive director of the TFOSS and also owner of ESSIRI Labs, a manufacturer of cosmetics focused on Eye safety. There was no funding for this research.

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Sullivan, A.G., Murthy, R. & Roos, J.C.P. Comment on: Epimax-related ocular surface toxicity (EROST): the Glasgow experience. Eye 38, 817 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41433-023-02778-4

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