[Frequent replacement contact lenses--patient's evaluation]

To measure the level of satisfaction connected with use of frequent replacement contact lenses.

Questionnaire forms were sent to 600 patients aged 7 to 54 years fitted with contact lenses between the years 1996 to 1999. Each questionnaire consisted of 31 questions about satisfaction, complications and every day care.

281 patients (46.8%) answered questionnaires, 94.7% of them were satisfied with the vision ensured by contact lenses. However 43% of contact lenses wearers used one pair of lenses at last 1 week longer then it was allowed. Only 38% of them followed control visit schedule.

Our study demonstrated high level of satisfaction related to the use of frequent replacement contact lenses. However it was observed, that ophthalmologist indications were not completely fulfilled.