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Hiroshi Toshida1, Yoshiaki Kadota, Chikako Suto
1Juntendo University Shizuoka Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology, Shizuoka.
Clinical Ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)
|February 1, 2012
Summary
Soft contact lens wearers in Japan need better education on proper lens cleaning and case care. Many users are not following recommended practices for multipurpose solution use and lens case hygiene.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Optometry
- Public Health
Background:
- Soft contact lens (SCL) wear is common globally.
- Proper SCL hygiene is crucial for preventing eye infections.
- Multipurpose solutions (MPS) are widely used for SCL care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the current practices of SCL wearers in Japan regarding MPS use.
- To identify gaps in SCL care knowledge and habits among Japanese wearers.
Main Methods:
- An online survey was conducted among 1000 SCL wearers in Japan (aged 15-44).
- Participants reported on their SCL cleaning routines, including MPS usage, rubbing techniques, and lens case management.
- Questions also covered advice received from eye care professionals.
Main Results:
- While most wearers cleaned lenses daily, significant proportions did not rub lenses sufficiently or clean/replace lens cases regularly.
- Less than 20% received specific instructions on lens case care.
- Many users were not recommended specific MPS or could not recall recommendations.
Conclusions:
- There is a critical need for improved SCL care education in Japan.
- Emphasis should be placed on correct lens cleaning techniques, including the rubbing step.
- Enhanced guidance on lens case hygiene and replacement is essential for SCL wearer safety.
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