Contact lens infiltrative events

Classification of the Six Contact Lens-Related Infiltrative Events Including Symptoms, Signs, and Management and Treatment Options... 

Adapted from Sweeney DF, Jalbert I, Convey M, et al. Clinical characterization of corneal infiltrative events observed with soft contact lens wear. Cornea 2003 22 435-442. 

Any infiltrative event necessitates discontinuation of contact lens wear. With significant corneal involvement and an anterior chamber reaction, cycloplegia with a long-acting agent such as 5% homatropine enhances patient comfort and helps to relieve iris congestion. 

Once contact lens wear is discontinued, mild infiltrative events are self-limiting over a few days to a week. The infiltrates take longer to resolve than the associated... 

Efron N, Morgan PB, Hill EA, et aLThe size, location, and dhiical severity of corneal infiltrative events associated with contact lens wear. Optom Vis Sci 2005 82 519-527. 

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