title: Rigid gas-permeable lens problem solving.
abstract: The introduction of high oxygen-permeable rigid lenses for daily wear has provided practitioners with an excellent alternative to other available lens materials. However, compromise in material properties may, in fact, result in lens-induced complications. This paper describes eight such "typical" problems including a treatment plan and possible alternative methods of treatment. A comprehensive summary table is provided for reference use by practitioners.
mesh_terms: D003262:Contact Lenses, Extended-Wear / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003263:Contact Lenses, Hydrophilic / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003316:Corneal Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D003681:Dehydration / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D009877:Endophthalmitis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D004868:Equipment Failure; D005740:Gases; D006801:Humans; D009088:Mucoproteins / Q000378:metabolism; D010539:Permeability; D014786:Vision Disorders / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy
chemical_list: D005740:Gases; D009088:Mucoproteins