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Therapeutic contact lens as the primary treatment for traumatic corneal erosions
Emil Gilad1, Irit Bahar, Benjamin Rotberg
1Department of Ophthalmology, Joseftal Hospital, Eilat, Israel.
Background:
Corneal erosions, a common and very painful ailment, are traditionally treated with pressure patches and antibiotic ointment but the healing is slow.
Objectives:
To report our experience with the use of therapeutic contact lenses for the primary treatment of traumatic corneal erosions.
Methods:
During the last 5 years in a single community clinic 65 consecutive patients with traumatic corneal erosions were treated with a corneal contact lens and antibiotic drops as a routine measure. The charts were reviewed for outcome, side effects and complications.
Results:
Healing of the corneal erosions occurred within 1 to 3 days in all patients, with minimal or no pain. No corneal infection occurred. One patient had a recurrence that was successfully treated by lens placement.
Conclusions:
The therapeutic contact lens with antibiotic drops is a safe and effective method to treat traumatic corneal erosions, and patients can immediately resume their regular activities.
