Contact lens associated microbial keratitis: practical considerations for the optometrist
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Open Access
- 1 January 2016
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Clinical Optometry
- Vol. ume 8, 1-12
Abstract
Microbial keratitis (MK) is a corneal condition that encompasses several different pathogens and etiologies. While contact lens associated MK is most often associated with bacterial infections, other pathogens (fungi, Acanthamoeba species, etc) may be responsible. This review summarizes the risk factors, microbiology, diagnostic characteristics, and treatment options for all forms of contact lens-related MK.Keywords
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