Ann Optom Contact Lens.  2022 Dec;21(4):145-149. 10.52725/aocl.2022.21.4.145.

Adverse Events of Scleral Contact Lens

• Choi HJ

• KMID: 2537227
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.52725/aocl.2022.21.4.145

Abstract

Scleral contact lens is defined as a lens fitted to vault over the entire cornea, including the limbus, and to land on conjunctiva overlying the sclera. Scleral contact lens-associated adverse events or complications have not been frequently reported, as the modern scleral contact lens has high oxygen permeability. However, complications can occur anytime during long-term scleral contact lens wear. Infection is the most important complication which can lead to permanent visual loss. In addition, hypoxia, problems coming from asymmetric scleral shape, lens seal-off, conjunctival prolapse, limbal bearing, and mid-day fogging are unique problems associated with scleral contact lens wear.

Keyword

Adverse events; Hypoxia; Infection; Scleral contact lens