The goals of the TFOS DEWS II Definition and Classification Subcommittee were to create
an evidence-based definition and a contemporary classification system for dry eye disease …

The subcommittee reviewed the prevalence, incidence, risk factors, natural history, morbidity
and questionnaires reported in epidemiological studies of dry eye disease (DED). A meta …

Contact lens-related complications are common, affecting around one third of wearers,
although most are mild and easily managed. Contact lenses have well-defined anatomical …

Several lifestyle choices made by contact lens wearers can have adverse consequences on
ocular health. These include being non-adherent to contact lens care, slee** in lenses, ill …

Dry eye disease (DED) is a multifactorial disorder of the ocular surface and tear homeostasis
that can result in discomfort, pain, and visual disturbance. Untreated, DED can become …

The eye is a metabolically active structure, constantly exposed to solar radiations making its
structure vulnerable to the high burden of reactive oxygen species (ROS), presenting many …

Purpose Contact lens (CL) dropout is likely a major factor contributing to the near stagnant
growth in the CL market. The purpose of this review is to summarize the current state of …

Contact lens wearers complain of various types of contact lens discomfort (CLD), which may
result in the discontinuation of contact lenses. CLD is often associated with dry eye disease …

Contact lens materials have undergone significant changes over the past 20 years,
particularly with respect to the introduction of silicone hydrogel materials. Whilst this …

Evidence-based contact lens practice involves finding, appraising and applying research
findings as the basis for patient management decisions. These decisions should be …