What is it about?
Contact lenses are the main risk factor for corneal infection in working age adults in the developed world. Current and future diagnosis and treatment options are discussed.
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Why is it important?
Understanding the signs and symptoms, management and prognosis of corneal infection in contact lens wearers is key to better outcomes and saving sight. This knowledge is essential for optometrists, primary care provides and pharmacists.
Perspectives
Writing this article allowed me to combine my knowledge of this disease from my research in hospitals and my clinical optometry background.
Nicole Carnt
University of New South Wales
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This page is a summary of: The diagnosis and management of contact lens-related microbial keratitis, Clinical and Experimental Optometry, August 2017, Wiley,
DOI: 10.1111/cxo.12581.
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