title: Contact lens type, material, and deposits and giant papillary conjunctivitis.
abstract: Giant papillary conjunctivitis (GPC) is a condition commonly encountered in clinical practice. Much research has taken place aimed at more clearly understanding the pathogenesis of GPC. We review the current literature and discuss the association between GPC and contact lens type, material, and deposits.
authors.affiliation: Division of Ophthalmology, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, OH 44195-5024.
authors.forename: D M
authors.initials: DM
authors.lastname: Meisler
authors.forename: W B
authors.initials: WB
authors.lastname: Keller
mesh_terms: D003233:Conjunctivitis, Allergic / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D003261:Contact Lenses / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005136:Eye Proteins / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D009093:Mucus; D011108:Polymers; D011485:Protein Binding
chemical_list: D005136:Eye Proteins; D011108:Polymers; C042434:tear proteins