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Contact lens in aphakia.

H J Kersley

    Transactions of the Ophthalmological Societies of the United Kingdom
    |April 1, 1977
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    Contact lenses are ideal for aphakia (the absence of a lens). While various types exist, including corneal and scleral lenses, current challenges mean corneal lenses remain the preferred choice for managing aphakia.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Optometry
    • Contact Lens Technology

    Background:

    • Aphakia, the absence of the eye's natural lens, presents unique challenges for vision correction.
    • Contact lenses are a primary solution for managing aphakia, offering various modalities.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the types of contact lenses used for aphakia correction.
    • To evaluate the current challenges and suitability of different contact lens types for aphakia.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing literature and clinical practices regarding contact lens use in aphakia.
    • Analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of hard corneal, soft daily wear, soft extended wear, and hard scleral lenses.

    Main Results:

    • All types of contact lenses (hard corneal, soft daily/extended wear, hard scleral) are utilized for aphakia.
    • Each lens type presents specific challenges and limitations in current clinical application.

    Conclusions:

    • Despite theoretical advantages of extended wear lenses, the hard corneal lens is currently the most practical and preferred option for aphakia.
    • Ongoing challenges necessitate further development in contact lens technology for optimal aphakia management.

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