Molecular Bioburden of the Lens Storage Case for Contact Lens–Related Keratitis

Conclusions: A heavier bioburden in the lens storage case was associated with a higher risk of CL-related keratitis and infectious keratitis. Inappropriate maintenance of the CL will lead to microbial contamination and transfer the pathogen onto the ocular surface causing keratitis accordingly. The DHA assessment for the lens storage case might provide an alternative way to differentiate infectious from noninfectious CL-related keratitis.
Source: Cornea - Category: Opthalmology Tags: Clinical Science Source Type: research