The use of disposable contact lenses as therapeutic lenses.
OBJECTIVE
To evaluate the efficacy of Acuvue contact lenses as a therapeutic contact lens in 33 patients with noninfectious corneal disorders.


METHODS
We fit 33 patients (21 female, 12 male) with Acuvue contact lenses. Patients were seen in follow-up at 24 hours, 4 days, 15 days, and then monthly. Contact lenses were replaced weekly. Ocular signs and symptoms related to lens tolerance were recorded at each follow-up visit.


RESULTS
Twenty-six patients (79%) improved or remained asymptomatic. Seven patients (21%) were discontinued due to complications, intolerance, or poor fit. In the majority of patients (79%), the Acuvue lens was tolerated and was beneficial in the treatment of corneal disease.


CONCLUSIONS
The Acuvue contact lens can be effectively utilized as a therapeutic contact lens.
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Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Centro Oftalmológico Guardia Vieja, Providencia Santiago, Chile.
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D003261:Contact Lenses; D003316:Corneal Diseases / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D004209:Disposable Equipment; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014792:Visual Acuity