Purpose
To determine the effects of selenium, melatonin, and selenium + melatonin administered for one month on anterior chamber (AC) malondialdehyde (MDA) and AC glutathione (GSH) levels in patients with ocular ischemic syndrome.
Materials and methods
Thirty-five patients were included in the study. Study groups were formed as follows: (1) control group, (2) ischemia group, (3) selenium + ischemia group, (4) melatonin + ischemia group, and (5) selenium + melatonin + ischemia group. AC samples were obtained. MDA and GSH levels in AC samples were evaluated.
Results
MDA levels were significantly increased in ischemia groups. Selenium and melatonin supplementation resulted in reduction of MDA levels and significant increase in GSH values.
Discussion
Increased lipid peroxidation associated with ischemia of the anterior segment has been prevented by selenium and melatonin supplementation. This trial is registered with ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04005222.