scholarly journals Perception of Soft Contact Lens Usage Among Health Sciences and Bussiness Management Students

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (18) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nur Aresya Ahmad Najmee ◽  
Nur Fazliana Abu Hassan ◽  
Nurulain Muhamad ◽  
Noor Haziq Saliman
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Contact Lens ◽  
Contact Lenses ◽  
Business Management ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Soft Contact ◽  
Soft Contact Lens ◽  
Behavioural Assessment ◽  
Management Students

Contact lens complications were mainly caused by improper contact lens hygiene and maintenance. The awareness and education on contact lens care can enhance the positive attitude of the wearers, especially among university students. This study investigated and compared the perceptions of contact lens use and care among university students of different backgrounds. A cross-sectional survey was carried out of 142 university students aged 20 to 25 who wore spectacles or contact lenses. The Perception and Practice of Contact Lens Use Questionnaire was distributed to the participants via an online platform. The perception of contact lens use as an optical device between spectacle and contact lens wearers among health sciences and business management students was statistically significant (p<0.05). However, there was no significant difference between the perception of contact lens awareness of soft contact lens wearers between health sciences and business management students (p>0.05). Results indicated that both groups agreed contact lens complications had the most significant impact on perceptions of contact lens use, followed by the perception in general and cost. Regardless of educational field background, whether health science or business, all contact lens wearers have the same behavioural assessment of contact lens awareness. It is unaffected by the nature of one's education. Hence, it is essential to avoid any problems that can threaten eye health regarding contact lens usage. Proper guidelines and awareness of contact lens use through physician-provided education will help to protect public health. Nonetheless, this study has limitations where the data regarding the refractive error, contact lens type, and method of purchasing contact lenses were not collected. Investigation on the perception of contact lens use in multiracial settings should be considered for a comprehensive approach. This research is believed to contribute to behavioural science knowledge and practice as the conducted behavioural assessment experienced by most university students. Keywords: behaviour, contact lens usage, knowledge, awareness.   eISSN: 2398-4287© 2021. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians/Africans/Arabians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v6i18.3058

scholarly journals STUDY OF THE OPTICAL POWER OF NANOPHOTONIC SOFT CONTACT LENSES BASED ON POLY (2- HYDROXYETHYL METHACRYLATE) AND FULLERENE

2014 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Aleksandra Debeljković Mitrović ◽  
Dragomir Stamenković ◽  
Manuel Conte ◽  
Božica Bojović ◽  
Spomenko Mihajlović
Keyword(s):  
Contact Lens ◽  
Contact Lenses ◽  
Measurement Techniques ◽  
Optical Power ◽  
Soft Contact ◽  
Standard Material ◽  
Soft Contact Lenses ◽  
Soft Contact Lens ◽  
Power Cylinder

In this paper results of comparative study of the optical power of soft contact lenses (SCL) made of standard material for SCL and nanophotonic materials with different measurement techniques used for the final contact lens controllers are presented. Three types of nanophotonic soft contact lenses were made of standard polymacon material (Soleko SP38TM) incorporated with fullerene C60, fullerol C60(OH)24 and fullerene metformin hydroxylate C60(OH)12(OC4N5H10)12. For the purposes of material characterization for potential application as soft contact lenses, the optical properties of the soft contact lenses were measured by Rotlex and Nidek device. With Rotlex device the following optical results were obtained: optical power and map of defects, while with the Nidek device: optical power, cylinder power and cylinder axis. The obtained values of optical power and map of defects showed that the optical power of synthesized nanophotonic soft contact lens is same to the nominal value, while this was not the case for the standard soft contact lens. Also, the quality of the nanophotonic soft contact lens is better than the standard one. Hence, it is possible to synthesize new nanophotonic soft contact lenses of desired optical characteristics, implying possibilities for their application in this field.

scholarly journals Characterization of nanophotonic soft contact lenses based on poly (2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate) and fullerene

2013 ◽  
Vol 67 (6) ◽  
pp. 861-870 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aleksandra Debeljkovic ◽  
Lidija Matija ◽  
Djuro Koruga
Keyword(s):  
Contact Lens ◽  
Near Infrared ◽  
Contact Lenses ◽  
Base Material ◽  
Optical Power ◽  
Sem Analysis ◽  
Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate ◽  
Soft Contact ◽  
Soft Contact Lenses ◽  
Soft Contact Lens

This work presents comparative research of characteristics of a basic and new nanophotonic material, the latter of which was obtained by incorporation fullerene, C60, in the base material for soft contact lenses. The basic (SL38) and nanophotonic materials (SL38-A) for soft contact lenses were obtained by radical polymerization of 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate and 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate and fullerene, which were derived by the technology in the production lab of the company Soleko (Milan, Italy). The materials were used for production of soft contact lenses in the company Optix (Belgrade, Serbia) for the purposes of this research. Fullerene was used due to its apsorption transmission characteristics in ultraviolet, visible and near infrared spectrum. For the purposes of material characterization for potential application as soft contact lenses, network parameters were calculated and SEM analysis of the materials was performed while the optical properties of the soft contact lenses were measured by a Rotlex device. The values of the diffusion exponent, n, close to 0.5 indicated Fick's kinetics corresponding to diffusion. The investigated hydrogels could be classified as nonporous hydrogels. With Rotlex device, values of optical power and map of defects were showed. The obtained values of optical power and map of defects showed that the optical power of synthesized nanophotonic soft contact lens is identical to the nominal value while this was not the case for the basic lens. Also, the quality of the nanophotonic soft contact lens is better than the basic soft contact lens. Hence, it is possible to synthesize new nanophotonic soft contact lenses of desired optical characteristics, implying possibilities for their application in this field.

Investigation of Lubrication Characteristics for a Soft Contact Lens

2019 ◽  
Vol 823 ◽  
pp. 105-109
Author(s):  
Hung Jung Tsai ◽  
Jeng Haur Horng ◽  
Chung Ming Tan
Keyword(s):  
Contact Lens ◽  
Contact Lenses ◽  
Hydrodynamic Lubrication ◽  
Tear Film ◽  
Hydrodynamic Pressure ◽  
Slider Bearing ◽  
Soft Contact ◽  
Soft Contact Lens ◽  
Lubrication Characteristics

It is popular to wear the contact lens nowadays. Also, the output value of the contact lens is estimated more than 4 billion NT dollar every year. Because the phenomena of the contact lenses are very complicated, the relevant mechanisms are not well understood. Thus, the security of contact lens needs to be further investigated. In the lubricated mechanism of the contact lens, there is a layer of tear between the contact lens and cornea. The contact lens’ behavior is akin to that of a slider bearing. The lens represents the slider, the eye plays the role of the stationary pad, and the tear film is the lubricant. Hence, hydrodynamics and contact mechanisms of a contact lens are quite a fascinating subject that is relevant to the science of tribology. In the paper, the lubrication mechanisms include the partial hydrodynamic lubrication (contact lens roughness), contact mechanics and Newtonian fluid mechanics have been established. The parameters of roughness, flow factor, tear film geometry, and hydrodynamic pressure distribution are discussed. The developed technology increases the safety of contact lens.

The effect of soft contact lenses with L-Menthol to enhance soft contact lens end of the day comfort

2021 ◽  
Vol 44 (1) ◽  
pp. 18
Author(s):  
Ruby Chiang ◽  
Rebecca Gao ◽  
Terry Chang ◽  
Jerry Chen ◽  
George Hsu
Keyword(s):  
Contact Lens ◽  
Contact Lenses ◽  
Soft Contact ◽  
Soft Contact Lenses ◽  
Soft Contact Lens

scholarly journals The influence of water content and ionicity on the efficacy of soft contact lens care regimens on Pseudomonas aeruginosa

2021 ◽  
Vol 80 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rekha Hansraj ◽  
Siddeeqa Jhetam ◽  
Jared Haridutt ◽  
Tymon Lahner ◽  
Sthabile Madlala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa ◽  
Water Content ◽  
Contact Lens ◽  
Contact Lenses ◽  
High Water ◽  
Health Science ◽  
High Water Content ◽  
Three Solutions ◽  
Soft Contact ◽  
Soft Contact Lenses

Background: Contact lens care regimens appear to be prescribed based on familiarity or by matching contact lens brands rather than consideration to efficacy.Aim: This study compared the effectiveness of multipurpose and peroxide cleaning solutions on low- and high-water content ionic and non-ionic soft contact lenses, in removing Pseudomonas aeruginosa (P. aeruginosa).Setting: The laboratory work was conducted by health science students in a graduate level programme in the microbiology laboratory at a university in south-eastern South Africa.Methods: A quantitative analytical experimental design was used. Four groups (labelled I, II, III and IV) of soft contact lenses, varied ionicity and water content were inoculated with P. aeruginosa and then exposed to three solutions containing antimicrobial ingredients, polyaminopropyl biguanide (Dymed), hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) and polyquaternium-1 (Polyquad). Each group contained 14 soft contact lenses, with the exception of Group III in which eight lenses were used. Saline served as the control. After 18 h, the remaining colony-forming units were counted using visual inspection as an indicator of efficacy against P. aeruginosa.Results: The solution containing H2O2 was found to be the most effective in removing P. aeruginosa from all Food and Drug Administration (FDA) groups of contact lenses whilst Dymed was found to be comparatively ineffective for this organism. Water content and ionicity had no effect on the efficacy of the solutions.Conclusion: Practitioners should consider the efficacy of the active ingredients against microorganisms when dispensing contact lens solutions, particularly for contact lens wearers at risk for P. aeruginosa infections.

Keratitis induced by soft contact lens

2021 ◽  
pp. 111-114
Author(s):  
Е.L. Usubov ◽  
◽  
I.A. Rusakova ◽  
E.M. Rakhimova ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Contact Lens ◽  
Contact Lenses ◽  
Antimicrobial Effect ◽  
Term Treatment ◽  
Soft Contact ◽  
Soft Contact Lenses ◽  
Uv Crosslinking ◽  
Soft Contact Lens ◽  
Long Term Treatment ◽  
Improper Use

A clinical case demonstrates that improper use of soft contact lenses can induce serious changes in the cornea, followed by long-term treatment, which in turn may be ineffective due to the developed antibiotic resistance. In similar cases, the use of UV crosslinking provides an additional antimicrobial effect, which ultimately allows the inflammatory process to be resolved. Key words: keratitis, soft contact lens, crosslinking.

The Conformity of a Soft Contact Lens on the Eye

1996 ◽  
Vol 118 (3) ◽  
pp. 341-348 ◽  
Author(s):  
GuoMing T. Funkenbusch ◽  
Richard C. Benson
Keyword(s):  
Contact Lens ◽  
Transverse Shear ◽  
Contact Lenses ◽  
Elastic Shell ◽  
Deformation Model ◽  
Soft Contact ◽  
Reaction Pressure ◽  
Soft Contact Lenses ◽  
Soft Contact Lens ◽  
Shear Loads

An axisymmetric elastic shell deformation model has been created to predict the conformity of a soft contact lens when pressed against the eye. Regions of contact and gap may be predicted, and the nonuniform reaction pressure between the lens and eye may also be found. This is important for issues like abrasion and comfort. Bending, membrane and transverse shear loads within the lens are also computed. Commercial soft contact lenses and a representative eye shape are used for the examples. We find that the uniformity of loading against the eye is strongly affected by the degree to which the lens is shaped to fit the eye, and relatively unaffected by the thickness of the lens.

Compatibility of two new silicone hydrogel contact lenses with three soft contact lens multipurpose solutions

2008 ◽  
Vol 28 (4) ◽  
pp. 373-381 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacinto Santodomingo-Rubido ◽  
Eva Barrado-Navascués ◽  
María-José Rubido-Crespo ◽  
Keiji Sugimoto ◽  
Tadashi Sawano
Keyword(s):  
Contact Lens ◽  
Contact Lenses ◽  
Soft Contact ◽  
Silicone Hydrogel ◽  
Soft Contact Lens

scholarly journals Characterization of Soft Contact Lens Fitting Using Ultra-Long Scan Depth Optical Coherence Tomography

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lele Cui ◽  
Ming Li ◽  
Meixiao Shen ◽  
Fan Lu ◽  
Jianhua Wang
Keyword(s):  
Optical Coherence Tomography ◽  
Contact Lens ◽  
Contact Lenses ◽  
Repeated Measurements ◽  
Optical Coherence ◽  
Soft Contact ◽  
Soft Contact Lenses ◽  
Soft Contact Lens ◽  
Good Repeatability ◽  
The Right

Objectives. To evaluate the centration and movement of soft contact lenses and to verify the repeatability of two repeated measurements of the lens centration and movement using ultra-long scan depth optical coherence tomography (UL-OCT). Methods. A 1-day Acuvue® Define™ lens was tested on both eyes of 10 subjects (5 males and 5 females; mean age, 31.6 years). The centration and blink-induced movement of the contact lens were measured using UL-OCT at 5 min and 30 min after insertion. The measurements were repeated once at each checkpoint. Results. Good repeatability was found in the lens centration and movement between the two repeated measurements at either checkpoint. The values of the lens movement were 0.457 ± 0.248 mm and 0.402 ± 0.229 mm at 5 min and decreased to 0.197 ± 0.065 mm and 0.211 ± 0.110 mm at 30 min after insertion for the right and left eyes, respectively (P<0.05). Conclusions. The custom-built UL-OCT presented good repeatability of centration and movement in Define lenses at 5 min and 30 min after insertion. Most of the lenses were centered temporal and inferior to the cornea during the first 30 min wearing period. Compared with 5 min after insertion, the lens was centered better and exhibited less movement at 30 min.

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