Highlights • Smoking has been linked to several life-threatening systemic conditions in addition to a range of ocular pathologies. • In recent years, electronic cigarettes (EC) have emerged as alternative…
Abstract Frequent replacement contact lenses made from the etafilcon A hydrogel lens material were introduced onto the market over 30 years ago, and etafilcon A remains the most widely used…
Highlights • Smoking has been linked to several life-threatening systemic conditions in addition to a range of ocular pathologies. • In recent years, electronic cigarettes (EC) have emerged as alternative…
Abstract Daily disposable (DD) contact lenses first came to the market approximately 25 years ago and eye care professionals (ECPs) started prescribing silicone hydrogel (SiH) contact lenses, primarily for extended…
Abstract Purpose To estimate the astigmatic power and axis of the tear film over the central optical zone of the cornea by vector analysis of topographic data, in ocular surface…
Abstract Objectives By presenting 2 cases, this study aimed to discuss the utility of multifocal rigid gas permeable contact lenses in the low vision patient population, and their ability to…
Highlights • The initial expectation of a better performance with PureVision2 due to its thinner central thickness and higher oxygen transmission. • Equivalency of these lenses in important aspects of…
Highlights • Bulls Eye Drop applicator. • Accurate self-instillation of eye drops. • Innovative pocket size mirror-based attachment. • Detachable for multiple uses. Abstract Purpose To report the role of…
UNIFIED AIRWAY Patients frequently present to multiple specialties, including their primary care physician, otolaryngologist, and pulmonologist, for workup of respiratory tract complaints. Knowledge and familiarity of the coexistence of upper…
Highlights • Photochromic contact lenses can adapt their level of light filtration to the viewer’s viewing conditions. • In this study, we tested a photochromic contact lens against a non-photochromic…
