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Scleral contact lenses and their therapeutic use-Part 2.

Authors :
McMahon, Jennifer
Source :
Optician. 8/5/2011, Vol. 242 Issue 6314, p30-33. 4p. 2 Charts.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article reports on the advantages of fitting preformed non-fenestrated scleral lenses (ScCLs) and the relevant fitting techniques. It reports on the design of the ScCLs and states that the lenses inserted filled with preservative free saline to create an air-free fluid reservoir between the lens and the eye. It states the lens is inserted filled with saline and fluorescein so that clearance can easily be distinguished from contact.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00303968
Volume :
242
Issue :
6314
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Optician
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
65089854