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Contact lens-related deep stromal neovascularization
Y Rozenman1, E D Donnenfeld, E J Cohen
1Cornea Service, Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107.
American Journal of Ophthalmology
|January 15, 1989
Summary
Soft contact lens wear can cause deep stromal neovascularization and scarring. This visually significant complication requires consideration in differential diagnoses for stromal neovascularization.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Corneal Disease
Background:
- Soft contact lens wear is prevalent globally.
- Complications associated with contact lens wear are a significant concern in ophthalmology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a series of cases of deep stromal neovascularization and scarring in soft contact lens wearers.
- To highlight this complication as a potential consequence of soft contact lens use.
Main Methods:
- Observational case series.
- Review of five patients presenting with deep stromal neovascularization and scarring over a six-month period.
- Exclusion of other potential causes of interstitial keratitis.
Main Results:
- Five eyes (five patients) developed deep stromal neovascularization and scarring.
- No evidence of other causes for interstitial keratitis was found.
- Two patients, who were aphakic, required penetrating keratoplasty.
Conclusions:
- Deep stromal neovascularization is a visually significant complication of soft contact lens wear.
- Soft contact lens wear should be included in the differential diagnosis for deep stromal neovascularization.