title: Rigid gas permeable extended wear.
abstract: We have reviewed the pertinent literature on rigid gas permeable (RGP) extended wear contact lenses, and we discuss the benefits and adverse reactions of this contact lens modality, drawing conclusions from reviewed studies. We suggest parameters for success with these lenses and guidelines for the prevention of adverse reactions.
authors.affiliation: Department of Ophthalmology, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA 70112.
authors.forename: J R
authors.initials: JR
authors.lastname: Maehara
authors.forename: P R
authors.initials: PR
authors.lastname: Kastl
mesh_terms: D002463:Cell Membrane Permeability; D003262:Contact Lenses, Extended-Wear / Q000009:adverse effects; D003315:Cornea / Q000378:metabolism; D003316:Corneal Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D010100:Oxygen / Q000378:metabolism; D000267:Tissue Adhesions
chemical_list: D010100:Oxygen