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[Contact lenses: indications and limits].

T Neuhann

    Fortschritte Der Medizin
    |October 4, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Contact lens wear offers benefits for vision correction, professional needs, and cosmetic or therapeutic purposes. However, specific eye conditions and hygiene issues can contraindicate contact lens use.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Optometry

    Context:

    • Contact lens wear is a common alternative to spectacle correction.
    • Indications for contact lens wear include cosmetic, professional, optical, and therapeutic reasons.

    Purpose:

    • To outline the advantages of contact lenses over spectacles for various indications.
    • To identify contraindications for contact lens wear, including specific eye diseases and hygiene concerns.
    • To summarize author preferences for contact lens materials.

    Summary:

    • Contact lenses provide superior vision correction and functional benefits compared to eyeglasses in specific scenarios.
    • Contraindications for contact lens wear involve certain ocular pathologies and challenges with proper handling and hygiene.
    • The discussion includes an overview of available contact lens materials and the author's recommendations.

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    Impact:

    • Provides a comprehensive guide for eye care professionals and patients considering contact lens options.
    • Highlights the importance of patient selection and proper management for safe and effective contact lens wear.
    • Informs clinical decision-making regarding the appropriate use of contact lenses versus spectacle correction.