Some clinically observed phenomena in extended contact lens wear.

Some clinically observed phenomena in extended contact lens wear.

Two groups of volunteer subjects wearing extended-wear soft lenses were monitored over a period of 20 weeks. Of 6 factors measured only 1, corneal touch threshold, was found to show evidence of progressive change. However, a high incidence of lens surface deposits was encountered.

Extended wear contact lens related bacterial keratitis.

AIMS To report the clinical findings and visual outcome of patients with extended wear contact lens (EWCL) related bacterial keratitis. METHODS 11 cases with EWCL related bacterial keratitis were included. Corneal scrapings were obtained for cytology and cultures. RESULTS Nine patients had unilateral bacterial keratitis and two patients showed bilateral involvement. Corneal scrapings reveal...

Microepithelial cysts observed in extended contact-lens wearing subjects.

After 18 weeks of a controlled comparative study of extended contact lens wear a male subject presented with ocular symptoms. Microepithelial cysts were observed in both eyes and, after examination, in the eyes of 44 other participating patients. The cysts have been photographed and the rate of recovery monitored.

Contact lens induced keratitis associated with contact lens wear.

PURPOSE To evaluate clinical characteristics, risk factors, management and outcome of contact lens induced keratitis (CLIK) associated with contact lens wear. METHODS The study comprised all consecutive patients presenting with contact lens related presumed microbial keratitis during a 12-month period at our department. Detailed demographic data, type of contact lens, duration of lens wear, w...

Scleral contact lens wear in unilateral aphakia.