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[Rules and regulations concerning contact lens-related infection].

Abstract
Contact lens-related infectious keratitis is a potentially sight-threatening complication. Bacterial keratitis, mostly due to Gram-negative bacteria, is associated with poor lens hygiene, overnight wear, and contaminated lens care solutions. Contamination of the lens storage case may cause fungal keratitis. Acanthamoeba infection is related to the use of tap water or swimming while wearing soft lenses. Viruses are of less concern among contact lens wearers. Possible transmission of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease by multi-patient trial lenses must be taken in account. To minimize these risk factors, regulations are applied at various levels: CE marking of contact lenses and care products as they are medical devices; contact lens fitting only by health care professionals; distribution of contact lenses by opticians and lens care solutions by opticians and pharmacists; hygienic management of trial lenses following official recommendations. Contact lens-related keratitis must be reported to health care Authorities.
AuthorsJ Feys
JournalJournal francais d'ophtalmologie (J Fr Ophtalmol) Vol. 27 Issue 4 Pg. 420-3 (Apr 2004) ISSN: 0181-5512 [Print] France
Vernacular TitleLentilles de contact et risques infectieux, aspects réglementaires.
PMID15173656 (Publication Type: English Abstract, Journal Article, Review)
Topics
  • Contact Lenses (adverse effects, standards)
  • Eye Infections (epidemiology, etiology, prevention & control)
  • France
  • Humans
  • Legislation, Medical
  • Risk Factors

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