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NR. 2/2005
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Analiza wybranych
czynników ryzyka infekcyjnego zapalenia rogówki u użytkowników
miękkich soczewek kontaktowych
Selected Risk Factors of
Microbial Keratitis Analysis in Soft Contact Lens Wearers
Kinga Adach, Mirosława Grałek, Krystyna
Kanigowska, Beata Kępa
Klinika Okulistyki Instytutu „Pomnik - Centrum Zdrowia Dziecka”
w Warszawie
Kierownik: prof. dr hab. med. Mirosława Grałek |
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| Summary: |
Corneal infections are
rare but potentially serious complication of contact
lens wear. This report analyses risk factors for
microbial keratitis development, which include extended
wear, non-compliance, diabetes mellitus, dry eye,
steroid, immunosuppressants and tobacco use, blepharitis
and social factors. Contact lenses should be used with
caution in patients who have this potential risk factors. |
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| Key words: |
soft contact lens,
microbial keratitis, risk factors, complications. |
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