Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice 
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Conclusions:
The RE in aphakic eyes decreased by 44% from infancy to age 10.5 years. About two-thirds of children who remained aphakic at age 10.5 years continued to wear a contact lens. (Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice)
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - January 30, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research
Axial Length Elongation in Japanese Youth With Myopia
Objectives:
To investigate the correlation between the annual axial length (AL) elongation and associated factors in Japanese youth with myopia.
Methods:
This retrospective study enrolled patients aged 7 to 21 years with myopia. Axial length was measured using ocular biometry. Refractive errors and curvature radius (CR) were measured using an open-field Binocular Auto Ref/Keratometer without cycloplegia. Subjects were divided into five groups using 3-year age intervals, and the relationship between annual AL elongation and age, spherical equivalent (SE), corneal CR, and sex was evaluated.
Results:
Four hu...
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - January 30, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research
The Efficacy of Atropine Combined With Orthokeratology in Slowing Axial Elongation of Myopia Children: A Meta-Analysis
Conclusions:
This meta-analysis demonstrates atropine combined with orthokeratology is effective in slowing axial elongation in myopia children. This effect may be superior to that of the orthokeratology alone. (Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice)
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - January 30, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research
Should Overnight Orthokeratology Patients Wear Their Lenses During Their Afternoon Nap?
Purpose:
The purpose of this study was to evaluate changes in visual acuity, corneal curvature, elevation, pachymetry, and objective quality of vision of experienced orthokeratology patients using their contact lenses during a simulated 30-min afternoon nap.
Method:
Twelve patients aged 30.8±8.3 years were recruited for the study, with a history of overnight orthokeratology of 27.4±23.0 months. Patients were instructed to close their eyes for 30 min while wearing their contact lenses or without lenses. Anterior corneal curvature, elevation, and corneal pachymetry were assessed with the Pentacam Scheimpflug Sys...
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - January 30, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research
Corneal Elevation, Power, and Astigmatism to Assess Toric Orthokeratology Lenses in Moderate-to-High Astigmats
Objectives:
Fitting philosophies for toric orthokeratology are based on elevation or corneal astigmatism, but it is unclear which is more effective. The purpose of this analysis was to further understand corneal shape and the relationship between peripheral elevation and central astigmatism in moderate-to-high astigmats.
Methods:
Corneal tomography was measured three times on the right eyes of 25 moderate-to-high refractive myopic astigmatic adults. Corneal astigmatism and elevation were calculated at 4-, 6-, and 8-mm chords. Subjects were fitted with toric orthokeratology lenses following the manufacturer's gui...
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - January 30, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research
Comparison of Administration of 0.02% Atropine and Orthokeratology for Myopia Control
Conclusion:
Within the limits of this study design, orthokeratology seems to be a better method for controlling AL elongation compared with administration of 0.02% atropine in children with higher myopia over a treatment period of 2 years. (Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice)
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - January 30, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research
Treating Uncomfortable Contact Lens Wear With Orthokeratology
Conclusions:
Although not all symptomatic soft CL wearers were able to be refit into orthokeratology, subjects who were wearing orthokeratology at 3 months had a significant and clinically meaningful improvement in ocular symptoms. Additional work is needed to determine the mechanism leading to improved comfort because few clinical signs were changed after switching to orthokeratology. (Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice)
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - January 30, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research
Acanthamoeba Keratitis in Minors With Orthokeratology (OK) Lens Use: A Case Series
Conclusions:
The proportion of orthokeratology cases among AK minors (13%) in our case series exceeds the expected proportion of orthokeratology cases expected based on orthokeratology market penetrance (1%). Results from this case series suggest a potential increased risk of AK in orthokeratology users compared with other lens modalities. In the context of the current myopia epidemic and concerns for halting myopia progression in minors, caution should be exercised when selecting appropriate treatment options to minimize the risk of AK. (Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice)
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - January 30, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research
Is Overnight Orthokeratology OK for Kids?
No abstract available (Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice)
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - January 30, 2021 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Simple Oral Mucosal Epithelial Transplantation in a Patient With Bilateral Limbal Stem Cell Deficiency
Conclusions:
This report showed that SOMET seems to be an alternative technique in LSCD. (Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice)
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - December 22, 2020 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Case Report Source Type: research
Prevalence of Ocular Demodex Infestation in Children: An Epidemiological Survey in South China
Objectives:
To investigate the prevalence of and risk factors for Demodex mite infestation of the eyelashes in Chinese children.
Methods:
A total of 1,575 children were surveyed from June 2017 to January 2019 and stratified into two age groups: 3 to 6 and 7 to 14 years. All subjects underwent routine eye examination and lash epilation for Demodex mite identification and counting using microscopy. Demographic data and lifestyle habits were also recorded.
Results:
Demodex mites were detected in 189 of 1,575 (12.0%) children, including Demodex folliculorum (D. folliculorum) in 180 (11.4%), Demodex brevis (D....
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - December 22, 2020 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research
Efficacy of Azithromycin Eyedrops for Individuals With Meibomian Gland Dysfunction–Associated Posterior Blepharitis
Conclusion:
Azithromycin eyedrops improved eyelid inflammation, the quality and quantity of the lipid layer of the tear film, and tear film stability. Such eyedrops thus seem to be a safe and effective treatment for MGD-associated posterior blepharitis. (Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice)
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - December 22, 2020 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research
The Efficacy of Intense Pulsed Light Combined With Meibomian Gland Expression for the Treatment of Dry Eye Disease Due to Meibomian Gland Dysfunction: A Multicenter, Randomized Controlled Trial
Objectives:
To compare the efficacy of intense pulsed light (IPL) combined with Meibomian gland expression (MGX), and instant warm compresses combined with MGX, for treatment of dry eye disease (DED) due to meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD).
Methods:
In a prospective, multicenter, interventional study, 120 subjects with DED due to MGD were randomized 1:1 to an IPL arm or a control arm. Each subject was treated 3 times at 3-week intervals. The primary outcome measure was the tear break up time (TBUT). Tear break up time and a few additional outcome measures were evaluated at the baseline and at 3 weeks after the ...
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - December 22, 2020 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research
A Retrospective Study of Treatment Outcomes and Prognostic Factors of Intense Pulsed Light Therapy Combined With Meibomian Gland Expression in Patients With Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
Conclusions:
Improved dry eye symptoms, TBUT, corneal staining, and meibomian gland secretion were observed in MGD patients after IPL/MGX. Patients in the early stages of MGD maybe benefited most from IPL/MGX treatment. (Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice)
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - December 22, 2020 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research
Ocular Surface Changes in Hashimoto's Thyroiditis Without Thyroid Ophthalmopathy
Objective:
We sought to evaluate ocular surface changes in patients with Hashimoto's thyroiditis without thyroid ophthalmopathy and elucidate the relationship between dry eye syndrome and meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) in cases of Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
Methods:
This prospective study included 105 patients with Hashimoto's thyroiditis and 105 age- and sex-matched controls. The 12-item Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) questionnaire was administered to all patients. Both eyes affected by Hashimoto's thyroiditis and normal eyes were evaluated and compared with regard to the following parameters: Hertel exop...
Source: Eye and Contact Lens: Science and Clinical Practice - December 22, 2020 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Article Source Type: research
