TITLE:  Silicone Hydrogel Contact Lenses and Corneal Health: Myths, Misperceptions, and Medical Evidence

ABSTRACT: Educational Objectives: * Present cutting-edge research regarding oxygen requirements for maintaining long-term corneal health and evaluate to what degree those requirements are met with various contact lenses. * Discuss the role of contact lens-induced corneal hypoxia in the development of microbial keratitis. * Review state-of-the-art treatment algorithms for common contact lens-related adverse events. * Evaluate present and future contact lens practice standards in light of the introduction of Silicone Hydrogel Contact Lenses. * Address many controversies, myths, and misperceptions related to the successful fitting and management of Silicone Hydrogel Contact Lenses.

Author(s): Panel: N. Rex Ghormley, OD (Moderator)   Company: Review of Optometry Expire Date: 06/30/2006 CE Credits: 2 Price: FREE CE Format: Online text/photos

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