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Management of monocular polyopia using an artificial iris contact lens
J Crews1, A Gordon, R Nowakowski
1School of Optometry, Medical Center University of Alabama, Birmingham 35294.
Journal of the American Optometric Association
|February 1, 1988
Summary
Monocular polyopia, a rare vision symptom, can stem from lens issues. An opaque artificial iris soft contact lens effectively managed a patient with this condition, improving their low vision.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Optometry
- Vision Science
Background:
- Monocular polyopia is an uncommon visual symptom that presents diagnostic challenges.
- Identifying the precise cause of monocular polyopia can be difficult for eye care professionals.
- Existing management strategies for monocular polyopia may offer limited patient satisfaction.
Observation:
- A case study involved a patient experiencing low vision.
- The patient's low vision was associated with monocular polyopia.
- Cataract or other lenticular changes were identified as the likely cause.
Findings:
- The patient's monocular polyopia was successfully treated using an opaque, artificial iris soft contact lens.
- This specialized contact lens provided a satisfactory visual outcome for the patient.
- The artificial iris lens effectively masked the visual distortions caused by the lenticular changes.
Implications:
- Opaque, artificial iris soft contact lenses represent a viable management option for specific cases of monocular polyopia.
- This approach can significantly improve the quality of life for patients with visually impairing conditions.
- Further research into specialized contact lens designs may offer novel solutions for complex visual disturbances.