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Seo J, Kang J, Kim J, Han H, Park M, Shin M, Lee K. Smart Contact Lens for Colorimetric Visualization of Glucose Levels in the Body Fluid. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2024; 10:4035-4045. [PMID: 38778794 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.4c00431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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Frequent blood glucose monitoring is a crucial routine for diabetic patients. Traditional invasive methods can cause discomfort and pain and even pose a risk of infection. As a result, researchers have been exploring noninvasive techniques. However, a limited number of products have been developed for the market due to their high cost. In this study, we developed a low-cost, highly accessible, and noninvasive contact lens-based glucose monitoring system. We functionalized the surface of the contact lens with boronic acid, which has a strong but reversible binding affinity to glucose. To achieve facile conjugation of boronic acid, we utilized a functional coating layer called poly(tannic acid). The functionalized contact lens binds to glucose in body fluids (e.g., tear) and releases it when soaked in an enzymatic cocktail, allowing for the glucose level to be quantified through a colorimetric assay. Importantly, the transparency and oxygen permeability of the contact lens, which are crucial for practical use, were maintained after functionalization, and the lenses showed high biocompatibility. Based on the analysis of colorimetric data generated by the smartphone application and ultraviolet-visible (UV-vis) spectra, we believe that this contact lens has a high potential to be used as a smart diagnostic tool for monitoring and managing blood glucose levels.
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- Jeongin Seo
- Department of Chemistry and Green-Nano Materials Research Center, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, South Korea
- Department of Chemistry, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Daejeon 34141, South Korea
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- Department of Chemistry and Green-Nano Materials Research Center, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, South Korea
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- Department of Intelligent Precision Healthcare Convergence, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), Suwon 16419, South Korea
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- Department of Chemistry and Green-Nano Materials Research Center, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, South Korea
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- Energy Technologies Area, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL), Berkeley, California 94720, United States
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- Department of Intelligent Precision Healthcare Convergence, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), Suwon 16419, South Korea
- Center for Neuroscience Imaging Research, Institute for Basic Science (IBS), Suwon 16419, South Korea
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), Suwon 16419, South Korea
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- Department of Chemistry and Green-Nano Materials Research Center, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, South Korea
- KNU Institute of Basic Sciences and KNU G-LAMP Project Group, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, South Korea
- Biomedical Research Institute, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu 41940, South Korea
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Zhu Q, Zhang Q, Fu DY, Su G. Polysaccharides in contact lenses: From additives to bulk materials. Carbohydr Polym 2023; 316:121003. [PMID: 37321708 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.121003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2023] [Revised: 04/26/2023] [Accepted: 05/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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As the number of applications has increased, so has the demand for contact lenses comfort. Adding polysaccharides to lenses is a popular way to enhance comfort for wearers. However, this may also compromise some lens properties. It is still unclear how to balance the variation of individual lens parameters in the design of contact lenses containing polysaccharides. This review provides a comprehensive overview of how polysaccharide addition impacts lens wear parameters, such as water content, oxygen permeability, surface wettability, protein deposition, and light transmittance. It also examines how various factors, such as polysaccharide type, molecular weight, amount, and mode of incorporation into lenses modulate these effects. Polysaccharide addition can improve some wear parameters while reducing others depending on the specific conditions. The optimal method, type, and amount of added polysaccharides depend on the trade-off between various lens parameters and wear requirements. Simultaneously, polysaccharide-based contact lenses may be a promising option for biodegradable contact lenses as concerns regarding environmental risks associated with contact lens degradation continue to increase. It is hoped that this review will shed light on the rational use of polysaccharides in contact lenses to make personalized lenses more accessible.
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- Qiang Zhu
- School of Pharmacy, Nantong University, Nantong 226001, China
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310003, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Nantong University, Nantong 226001, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Nantong University, Nantong 226001, China.
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Wang H, Jia H, Han J, Zhang Z, Yin X, Mu N, Zhu Y, Li M. Correlation Between Air Quality Index and Tear Film Lipid Layer Thickness: Comparison Between Patients with Sjogren's Syndrome and with Meibomian Gland Dysfunction. Curr Eye Res 2023; 48:447-455. [PMID: 36912273 DOI: 10.1080/02713683.2023.2167213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/14/2023]
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Purpose: To evaluate the effect of air pollution on the tear film stability by analyzing the correlation between Air Quality Index (AQI) and Lipid Layer thickness (LLT) in Xuzhou.Methods: As a prospective descriptive observational study, 284 patients with meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), 157 patients with Sjögren's syndrome (SS), and 264 healthy volunteers were included. The tear film lipid layer thickness of the three groups of subjects was measured weekly and compared with the air quality index to analyze the correlation between the two indicators. Logistic regression analysis and linear regression analysis were used to analyze the effect of AQI on the thickness of the tear film lipid layer. The change of LLT with air pollution at different AQI levels was also analyzed.Results: There are obvious seasonal differences in the changes of air pollution index in Xuzhou. Significant differences could be observed in the thickness of the lipid layer of the tear film among the three groups. LLT in the MGD group and SS group decreased with the aggravation of air pollution, while remained unchanged in the control group. There was strong evidence of correlation between LLT of the MGD group (F = 353.494, p < 0.01, adjusted R2 = 0.695) and the SS group (F = 502.404, p < 0.01, adjusted R2 = 0.764) with AQI, while there was minor correlation between LLT with AQI in control group (F = 8.525, p < 0.01, adjusted R2 = 0.046).Conclusions: Air pollution can cause a decrease in the thickness of the tear film lipid layer, thereby affecting tear film stability, leading to the occurrence of dry eye.
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- He Wang
- Department of Ophthalmology, The Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, P. R. China
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- Institute of Environment and Ecology, Institute of Environmental Health and Ecological Security, School of the Environment and Safety Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, P. R. China
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- College of Optometry, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, P. R. China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, P. R. China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, P. R. China
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- Department of Thyroid Breast Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, P. R. China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, P. R. China
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Chen L, Kuang L, Ross AE, Farhat W, Boychev N, Sharfi S, Kanu LN, Liu L, Kohane DS, Ciolino JB. Topical Sustained Delivery of Miltefosine Via Drug-Eluting Contact Lenses to Treat Acanthamoeba Keratitis. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14122750. [PMID: 36559244 PMCID: PMC9781349 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14122750] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2022] [Revised: 11/18/2022] [Accepted: 11/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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This study aimed to develop a miltefosine-eluting contact lens (MLF-CL) device that would allow sustained and localized miltefosine release for the treatment of Acanthamoeba keratitis. MLF-CLs were produced in three different miltefosine doses by solvent-casting a thin miltefosine-polymer film around the periphery of a methafilcon hydrogel, which was then lathed into a contact lens. During seven days of in vitro testing, all three formulations demonstrated sustained release from the lens at theoretically therapeutic levels. Based on the physicochemical characterization of MLF-CLs, MLF-CL's physical properties are not significantly different from commercial contact lenses in terms of light transmittance, water content and wettability. MLF-CLs possessed a slight reduction in compression modulus that was attributed to the inclusion of polymer-drug films but still remain within the optimal range of soft contact lenses. In cytotoxicity studies, MLF-CL indicated up to 91% viability, which decreased proportionally as miltefosine loading increased. A three-day biocompatibility test on New Zealand White rabbits revealed no impact of MLF-CLs on the corneal tissue. The MLF-CLs provided sustained in vitro release of miltefosine for a week while maintaining comparable physical features to a commercial contact lens. MLF-CL has a promising potential to be used as a successful treatment method for Acanthamoeba keratitis.
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- Lin Chen
- Department of Optometry and Visual Science, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
- Department of Ophthalmology, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi 563000, China
- Department of Ophthalmology, Schepens Eye Research Institute of Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Schepens Eye Research Institute of Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
- Correspondence: (L.K.); (J.B.C.)
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Schepens Eye Research Institute of Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Schepens Eye Research Institute of Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Schepens Eye Research Institute of Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Schepens Eye Research Institute of Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Schepens Eye Research Institute of Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Department of Optometry and Visual Science, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Anesthesia, Boston Children’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Schepens Eye Research Institute of Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
- Correspondence: (L.K.); (J.B.C.)
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Huang R, Su C, Fang L, Lu J, Chen J, Ding Y. Dry eye syndrome: comprehensive etiologies and recent clinical trials. Int Ophthalmol 2022; 42:3253-3272. [PMID: 35678897 PMCID: PMC9178318 DOI: 10.1007/s10792-022-02320-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2021] [Accepted: 04/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/07/2023]
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Dry eye syndrome (DES) is multifactorial and likely to be a cause of concern more so than ever given the rapid pace of modernization, which is directly associated with many of the extrinsic causative factors. Additionally, recent studies have also postulated novel etiologies that may provide the basis for alternative treatment methods clinically. Such insights are especially important given that current approaches to tackle DES remains suboptimal. This review will primarily cover a comprehensive list of causes that lead to DES, summarize all the upcoming and ongoing clinical trials that focuses on treating this disease as well as discuss future potential treatments that can improve inclusivity.
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- Ruojing Huang
- Department of Ophthalmology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Huangpu Avenue West 613, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, 510630, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Huangpu Avenue West 613, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, 510630, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Huangpu Avenue West 613, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, 510630, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Huangpu Avenue West 613, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, 510630, China
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- Institute of Ophthalmology, Medical College, Jinan University, Huangpu Avenue West 601, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, 510632, China.
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Huangpu Avenue West 613, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, 510630, China.
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Mimura T. Allergic conjunctivitis in contact lens wearers: challenges and management recommendations. EXPERT REVIEW OF OPHTHALMOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/17469899.2022.2067145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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- Tatsuya Mimura
- Department of Ophthalmology, Teikyo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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INOMATA TAKENORI, SUNG JAEMYOUNG, NAKAMURA MASAHIRO, IWAGAMI MASAO, OKUMURA YUICHI, FUJIO KENTA, AKASAKI YASUTSUGU, FUJIMOTO KEIICHI, YANAGAWA AI, MIDORIKAWA-INOMATA AKIE, NAGINO KEN, EGUCHI ATSUKO, SHOKIROVA HURRRAMHON, ZHU JUN, MIURA MARIA, KUWAHARA MIZU, HIROSAWA KUNIHIKO, HUANG TIANXING, MOROOKA YUKI, MURAKAMI AKIRA. Cross-hierarchical Integrative Research Network for Heterogenetic Eye Disease Toward P4 Medicine: A Narrative Review. JUNTENDO MEDICAL JOURNAL 2021. [DOI: 10.14789/jmj.jmj21-0023-r] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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- TAKENORI INOMATA
- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Digital Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Health Services Research, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Digital Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Hospital Administration, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Hospital Administration, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Digital Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Department of Digital Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
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Inomata T, Nakamura M, Iwagami M, Midorikawa-Inomata A, Sung J, Fujimoto K, Okumura Y, Eguchi A, Iwata N, Miura M, Fujio K, Nagino K, Hori S, Tsubota K, Dana R, Murakami A. Stratification of Individual Symptoms of Contact Lens-Associated Dry Eye Using the iPhone App DryEyeRhythm: Crowdsourced Cross-Sectional Study. J Med Internet Res 2020; 22:e18996. [PMID: 32589162 PMCID: PMC7381048 DOI: 10.2196/18996] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2020] [Revised: 04/23/2020] [Accepted: 04/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Background Discontinuation of contact lens use is mainly caused by contact lens–associated dry eye. It is crucial to delineate contact lens–associated dry eye's multifaceted nature to tailor treatment to each patient’s individual needs for future personalized medicine. Objective This paper aims to quantify and stratify individual subjective symptoms of contact lens–associated dry eye and clarify its risk factors for future personalized medicine using the smartphone app DryEyeRhythm (Juntendo University). Methods This cross-sectional study included iPhone (Apple Inc) users in Japan who downloaded DryEyeRhythm. DryEyeRhythm was used to collect medical big data related to contact lens–associated dry eye between November 2016 and January 2018. The main outcome measure was the incidence of contact lens–associated dry eye. Univariate and multivariate adjusted odds ratios of risk factors for contact lens–associated dry eye were determined by logistic regression analyses. The t-distributed Stochastic Neighbor Embedding algorithm was used to depict the stratification of subjective symptoms of contact lens–associated dry eye. Results The records of 4454 individuals (median age 27.9 years, SD 12.6), including 2972 female participants (66.73%), who completed all surveys were included in this study. Among the included participants, 1844 (41.40%) were using contact lenses, and among those who used contact lenses, 1447 (78.47%) had contact lens–associated dry eye. Multivariate adjusted odds ratios of risk factors for contact lens–associated dry eye were as follows: younger age, 0.98 (95% CI 0.96-0.99); female sex, 1.53 (95% CI 1.05-2.24); hay fever, 1.38 (95% CI 1.10-1.74); mental illness other than depression or schizophrenia, 2.51 (95% CI 1.13-5.57); past diagnosis of dry eye, 2.21 (95% CI 1.63-2.99); extended screen exposure time >8 hours, 1.61 (95% CI 1.13-2.28); and smoking, 2.07 (95% CI 1.49-2.88). The t-distributed Stochastic Neighbor Embedding analysis visualized and stratified 14 groups based on the subjective symptoms of contact lens–associated dry eye. Conclusions This study identified and stratified individuals with contact lens–associated dry eye and its risk factors. Data on subjective symptoms of contact lens–associated dry eye could be used for prospective prevention of contact lens–associated dry eye progression.
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- Takenori Inomata
- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Faculty of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.,Department of Strategic Department of Operating Room Management and Improvement, Juntendo University Faculty of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.,Department of Hospital Administration, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Bioengineering, Precision Health, Graduate School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Health Services Research, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan
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- Department of Hospital Administration, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Faculty of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.,Morsani College of Medicine, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, United States
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Strategic Department of Operating Room Management and Improvement, Juntendo University Faculty of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.,Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Hospital Administration, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Hospital Administration, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Electric Medical Intelligence Management, Juntendo University Faculty of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, United States
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Juntendo University Faculty of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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Pult H, Riede-Pult BH. Impact of soft contact lenses on lid- parallel conjunctival folds. Cont Lens Anterior Eye 2019; 42:415-419. [DOI: 10.1016/j.clae.2018.12.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2018] [Revised: 12/11/2018] [Accepted: 12/11/2018] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Tummala GK, Lopes VR, Mihranyan A, Ferraz N. Biocompatibility of Nanocellulose-Reinforced PVA Hydrogel with Human Corneal Epithelial Cells for Ophthalmic Applications. J Funct Biomater 2019; 10:E35. [PMID: 31375008 PMCID: PMC6787653 DOI: 10.3390/jfb10030035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2019] [Revised: 07/28/2019] [Accepted: 07/30/2019] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Transparent composite hydrogel in the form of a contact lens made from poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) and cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) was subjected to in vitro biocompatibility evaluation with human corneal epithelial cells (HCE-2 cells). The cell response to direct contact with the hydrogels was investigated by placing the samples on top of confluent cell layers and evaluating cell viability, morphology, and cell layer integrity subsequent to 24 h culture and removal of the hydrogels. To further characterize the lens-cell interactions, HCE-2 cells were seeded on the hydrogels, with and without simulated tear fluid (STF) pre-conditioning, and cell viability and morphology were evaluated. Furthermore, protein adsorption on the hydrogel surface was investigated by incubating the materials with STF, followed by protein elution and quantification. The hydrogel material was found to have affinity towards protein adsorption, most probably due to the interactions between the positively charged lysozyme and the negatively charged CNCs embedded in the PVA matrix. The direct contact experiment demonstrated that the physical presence of the lenses did not affect corneal epithelial cell monolayers in terms of integrity nor cell metabolic activity. Moreover, it was found that viable corneal cells adhered to the hydrogel, showing the typical morphology of epithelial cells and that such response was not influenced by the STF pre-conditioning of the hydrogel surface. The results of the study confirm that PVA-CNC hydrogel is a promising ophthalmic biomaterial, motivating future in vitro and in vivo biocompatibility studies.
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- Gopi Krishna Tummala
- Nanotechnology and Functional Materials, Department of Engineering Sciences, Uppsala University, Box 534, 751 21 Uppsala, Sweden
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- Nanotechnology and Functional Materials, Department of Engineering Sciences, Uppsala University, Box 534, 751 21 Uppsala, Sweden
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- Nanotechnology and Functional Materials, Department of Engineering Sciences, Uppsala University, Box 534, 751 21 Uppsala, Sweden
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- Nanotechnology and Functional Materials, Department of Engineering Sciences, Uppsala University, Box 534, 751 21 Uppsala, Sweden.
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The influence of protein deposition on contact lens tear film stability. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2019; 180:229-236. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2019.04.051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2019] [Revised: 04/18/2019] [Accepted: 04/24/2019] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Graham AD, Lundgrin EL, Lin MC. The Berkeley Dry Eye Flow Chart: A fast, functional screening instrument for contact lens-induced dryness. PLoS One 2018; 13:e0190752. [PMID: 29364947 PMCID: PMC5783349 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0190752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2017] [Accepted: 12/06/2017] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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PURPOSE In this article, we introduce a novel flow chart-based screening tool for the categorization of contact lens-induced dryness (CLIDE) and its impact on daily visual activities: the Berkeley Dry Eye Flow Chart (DEFC). METHODS One hundred thirty (130) experienced soft contact lens wearers discontinued lens wear for 24 hrs, passed a baseline screening and eye health examination, completed the Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) then were dispensed fresh pairs of their habitual lenses. After 6 hrs of wear, subjects were administered a battery of symptom questionnaires, and underwent non-invasive tear breakup time (NITBUT) measurement, grading of distortion in reflected topographer mires, grading of lens surface wettability, and a fluorescein examination of the ocular surface. Subjects returned after at least 48 hrs and repeated all assessments after 6 hrs of wear of a second fresh pair of habitual lenses. RESULTS The repeatability of the DEFC between visits was within 1%, and Limits of Agreement and Coefficient of Repeatability were comparable to those of the other CLIDE assessments. Higher DEFC score was significantly related to shorter pre-lens NITBUT, higher OSDI score, and higher Visual Analog Scale (VAS) ratings of average and end-of-day severity and frequency of dryness (all p < 0.001). For CLIDE as diagnosed based on DEFC score, the highest sensitivities and specificities were achieved by the OSDI and VAS ratings; pre-lens NITBUT exhibited good sensitivity but poor specificity. The optimum pre-lens NITBUT diagnostic threshold was found to be ≤ 2.0 sec for debilitating CLIDE, and the OSDI threshold was ≥ 11.4. CONCLUSIONS The DEFC provides a means of quickly categorizing CLIDE patients based on severity and frequency of symptoms, and on the degree to which symptoms impact daily life. The DEFC has several potential advantages as a CLIDE screening and monitoring tool, has good repeatability, and is significantly related to commonly employed clinical assessments for CLIDE.
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- Andrew D. Graham
- Clinical Research Center, School of Optometry, University of California, Berkeley, California, United States of America
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- Clinical Research Center, School of Optometry, University of California, Berkeley, California, United States of America
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- Clinical Research Center, School of Optometry, University of California, Berkeley, California, United States of America
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Tiwari R, Dubey V, Kesavan K. Ocular Self-Microemulsifying Drug Delivery System of Prednisolone Improves Therapeutic Effectiveness in the Treatment of Experimental Uveitis. Ocul Immunol Inflamm 2017; 27:303-311. [PMID: 28910554 DOI: 10.1080/09273948.2017.1333622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to investigate the self-microemulsifying drug delivery systems (SMEDDS) for ophthalmic delivery of Prednisolone (PDN) to treat uveitis. MATERIALS AND METHODS The pseudo-ternary phase diagrams were developed, and various SMEDDS were prepared using Linoleic acid as oil, Cremophore RH 40 as a surfactant, and propylene glycol as a co-surfactant. Physicochemical parameters (globule size, zeta potential, viscosity, and pH) and in vitro release of SMEDDS were studied. The in vivo efficacy of prepared formulations and the marketed drug solution was studied by administering them topically to an endotoxin-induced uveitis rabbit model. RESULTS All formulations displayed an average globule size less than 100 nm. The developed SMEDDS exhibited acceptable physicochemical behavior and displayed sustained drug release. In vivo studies in a rabbit eye showed a marked improvement in the anti-inflammatory activity of developed formulation compared with a marketed formulation in a uveitis-induced rabbit eye model. CONCLUSIONS The developed SMEDDS are a feasible option to conventional eye drops for its capability to improve bioavailability via its longer precorneal residence time and its capacity to sustain the release of the drug.
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- Rahul Tiwari
- a Department of Pharmaceutics, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences , Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Koni , Bilaspur , Chhattisgarh , India
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- a Department of Pharmaceutics, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences , Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Koni , Bilaspur , Chhattisgarh , India
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- a Department of Pharmaceutics, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences , Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Koni , Bilaspur , Chhattisgarh , India
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Gomes JAP, Azar DT, Baudouin C, Efron N, Hirayama M, Horwath-Winter J, Kim T, Mehta JS, Messmer EM, Pepose JS, Sangwan VS, Weiner AL, Wilson SE, Wolffsohn JS. TFOS DEWS II iatrogenic report. Ocul Surf 2017; 15:511-538. [PMID: 28736341 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtos.2017.05.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 247] [Impact Index Per Article: 35.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2017] [Accepted: 05/02/2017] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Dry eye can be caused by a variety of iatrogenic interventions. The increasing number of patients looking for eye care or cosmetic procedures involving the eyes, together with a better understanding of the pathophysiological mechanisms of dry eye disease (DED), have led to the need for a specific report about iatrogenic dry eye within the TFOS DEWS II. Topical medications can cause DED due to their allergic, toxic and immuno-inflammatory effects on the ocular surface. Preservatives, such as benzalkonium chloride, may further aggravate DED. A variety of systemic drugs can also induce DED secondary to multiple mechanisms. Moreover, the use of contact lens induces or is associated with DED. However, one of the most emblematic situations is DED caused by surgical procedures such as corneal refractive surgery as in laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) and keratoplasty due to mechanisms intrinsic to the procedure (i.e. corneal nerve cutting) or even by the use of postoperative topical drugs. Cataract surgery, lid surgeries, botulinum toxin application and cosmetic procedures are also considered risk factors to iatrogenic DED, which can cause patient dissatisfaction, visual disturbance and poor surgical outcomes. This report also presents future directions to address iatrogenic DED, including the need for more in-depth epidemiological studies about the risk factors, development of less toxic medications and preservatives, as well as new techniques for less invasive eye surgeries. Novel research into detection of early dry eye prior to surgeries, efforts to establish appropriate therapeutics and a greater attempt to regulate and oversee medications, preservatives and procedures should be considered.
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- José Alvaro P Gomes
- Dept. of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Federal University of Sao Paulo/Paulista School of Medicine (UNIFESP/EPM), São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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- University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago, IL, USA
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- School of Optometry and Vision Science, Queensland University of Technology, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, Keio University, Tokyo, Japan
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- Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC, USA; Duke University Eye Center, Durham, NC, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU), Munich, Germany
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- Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Cole Eye Institute, The Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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Tummala GK, Joffre T, Lopes VR, Liszka A, Buznyk O, Ferraz N, Persson C, Griffith M, Mihranyan A. Hyperelastic Nanocellulose-Reinforced Hydrogel of High Water Content for Ophthalmic Applications. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2016; 2:2072-2079. [DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.6b00484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Department
of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Linköping University, 58185 Linköping, Sweden
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- Department
of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Linköping University, 58185 Linköping, Sweden
- The Filatov Institute of Eye Diseases and Tissue Therapy of the NAMS of Ukraine, Frantsuzskyi
Boulevard 49/51, 65061 Odessa, Ukraine
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- Department
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Intolerant contact lens wearers exhibit ocular surface impairment despite 3 months wear discontinuation. Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol 2016; 254:1825-31. [DOI: 10.1007/s00417-016-3400-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2016] [Accepted: 05/24/2016] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Nanoparticle-Laden Contact Lens for Controlled Ocular Delivery of Prednisolone: Formulation Optimization Using Statistical Experimental Design. Pharmaceutics 2016; 8:pharmaceutics8020014. [PMID: 27104555 PMCID: PMC4932477 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics8020014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2016] [Revised: 03/11/2016] [Accepted: 04/01/2016] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Human eye is one of the most accessible organs in the body, nonetheless, its physiology and associated precorneal factors such as nasolacrimal drainage, blinking, tear film, tear turnover, and induced lacrimation has significantly decreased the residence time of any foreign substances including pharmaceutical dosage forms. Soft contact lenses are promising delivery devices that can sustain the drug release and prolong residence time by acting as a geometric barrier to drug diffusion to tear fluid. This study investigates experimental parameters such as composition of polymer mixtures, stabilizer and the amount of active pharmaceutical ingredient on the preparation of a polymeric drug delivery system for the topical ocular administration of Prednisolone. To achieve this goal, prednisolone-loaded poly (lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) nanoparticles were prepared by single emulsion solvent evaporation method. Prednisolone was quantified using a validated high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) method. Nanoparticle size was mostly affected by the amount of co-polymer (PLGA) used whereas drug load was mostly affected by amount of prednisolone (API) used. Longer homogenization time along with higher amount of API yielded the smallest size nanoparticles. The nanoparticles prepared had an average particle size of 347.1 ± 11.9 nm with a polydispersity index of 0.081. The nanoparticles were then incorporated in the contact lens mixture before preparing them. Clear and transparent contact lenses were successfully prepared. When the nanoparticle (NP)-loaded contact lenses were compared with control contact lenses (unloaded NP contact lenses), a decrease in hydration by 2% (31.2% ± 1.25% hydration for the 0.2 g loaded NP contact lenses) and light transmission by 8% (unloaded NP contact lenses 94.5% NP 0.2 g incorporated contact lenses 86.23%). The wettability of the contact lenses remained within the desired value (<90 °C) even upon incorporation of the NP. NP alone and NP-loaded contact lenses both displayed a slow invitro drug release of drug over 24 h; where 42.3% and 10.8% prednisolone release were achieved, respectively. Contact lenses can be used as a medicated device to sustain ocular drug delivery and improve patient compliance; nonetheless, patients and healthcare professionals’ acceptability and perceptions of the new formulations entail further investigations.
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Guan A, Wang Y, Phillips KS, Li Z. A contact-lens-on-a-chip companion diagnostic tool for personalized medicine. LAB ON A CHIP 2016; 16:1152-1156. [PMID: 26923038 DOI: 10.1039/c6lc00034g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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We present a novel, microfluidic platform that integrates human tears (1 μL) with commercial contact lens materials to provide personalized assessment of lens care solution performance. This device enabled the detection of significant differences in cleaning and disinfection outcomes between subjects and between biofilms vs. planktonic bacteria.
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- Allan Guan
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, The George Washington University, 800 22nd Street NW, Washington, DC 20052, USA.
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- Division of Biology, Chemistry and Materials Science, Office of Science and Engineering Laboratories, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, 10903 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20993, USA.
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- Division of Biology, Chemistry and Materials Science, Office of Science and Engineering Laboratories, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, 10903 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20993, USA.
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, The George Washington University, 800 22nd Street NW, Washington, DC 20052, USA.
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Jain R, Sharma N, Basu S, Iyer G, Ueta M, Sotozono C, Kannabiran C, Rathi VM, Gupta N, Kinoshita S, Gomes JAP, Chodosh J, Sangwan VS. Stevens-Johnson syndrome: The role of an ophthalmologist. Surv Ophthalmol 2016; 61:369-99. [PMID: 26829569 DOI: 10.1016/j.survophthal.2016.01.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2015] [Revised: 01/22/2016] [Accepted: 01/25/2016] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is an acute blistering disease of the skin and mucous membranes. Acute SJS leads to the acute inflammation of the ocular surface and chronic conjunctivitis. If not properly treated, it causes chronic cicatricial conjunctivitis and cicatricial lid margin abnormalities. Persistent inflammation and ulceration of the ocular surface with cicatricial complications of the lids leads to chronic ocular sequelae, ocular surface damage, and corneal scarring. The destruction of the glands that secrete the tear film leads to a severe form of dry eye that makes the management of chronic SJS difficult. The option that is routinely used for corneal visual rehabilitation, keratoplasty, is best avoided in such cases. We describe the management strategies that are most effective during the acute and chronic stages of SJS. Although treatments for acute SJS involve immunosuppressive and immunomodulatory therapies, amniotic membrane transplantation is also useful. The options for visual rehabilitation in patients with chronic SJS are undergoing radical change. We describe the existing literature regarding the management of SJS and highlight recent advances in the management of this disorder.
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- Rajat Jain
- Cornea, Ocular Surface and Anterior Segment Services, Department of Ophthalmology, drishtiCONE Eye Care, New Delhi, India
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- Cornea and Refractive Surgery Services, Department of Ophthalmology, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Cornea and Anterior Segment Services, Department of Ophthalmology, L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- C J Shah Cornea Services, Department of Ophthalmology, Dr. G Sitalakshmi Memorial Clinic for Ocular Surface Disorders, Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai, India
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan; Department of Ophthalmology, Doshisha University, Kyotanabe, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Kallam Anji Reddy Molecular Genetics Laboratory, L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Cornea Services, Department of Ophthalmology, L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Dr. Shroff Charity Eye Hospital, Delhi, India
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan
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- Cornea and External Disease Service, Department of Ophthalmology, Federal University of Sao Paulo/Escola Paulista de Medicina (UNIFESP/EPM), São Paulo, Brazil; Advanced Ocular Surface Center (CASO), Department of Ophthalmology, Federal University of Sao Paulo/Escola Paulista de Medicina (UNIFESP/EPM), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Srujana Center for Innovation, L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
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Kang MH. Ocular Manifestations of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016. [DOI: 10.7599/hmr.2016.36.3.174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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- Min Ho Kang
- Department of Ophthalmology, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
- Department of Ophthalmology, Hanyang University Guri Hospital, Guri, Korea
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Objective Metrics of Ocular Surface Disease in Contact Lens Wearers: Meibography. CURRENT OPHTHALMOLOGY REPORTS 2015. [DOI: 10.1007/s40135-015-0069-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Overview of factors that affect comfort with modern soft contact lenses. Cont Lens Anterior Eye 2014; 37:65-76. [DOI: 10.1016/j.clae.2013.08.154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2013] [Revised: 07/31/2013] [Accepted: 08/13/2013] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Guidi G, Hughes TC, Whinton M, Brook MA, Sheardown H. The effect of silicone hydrogel contact lens composition on dexamethasone release. J Biomater Appl 2014; 29:222-233. [DOI: 10.1177/0885328214521253] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The relationship between the delivery of dexamethasone and the composition of silicone hydrogel materials was investigated. Two hydrophilic monomers (2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate or N,N-dimethylacrylamide), a siloxy methacrylate-based monomer (1-(Bis(trimethylsiloxy)methylsilyl)propoxy-3-metacryloxy-2-propanol, a polysiloxane (monomethacryloxypropyl-terminated polydimethylsiloxane) and a polymerizable silicone surfactant (Silmer ACR A008-UP) were used to synthesize silicone hydrogels of variable composition. The materials properties, such as surface wettability and equilibrium water content, were highly dependent on polymer composition. All dexamethasone-loaded hydrogels showed uptake that was driven primarily by sorption to the polymer phase. Furthermore, a positive correlation between loading mass and equilibrium water content was established. The duration of drug release from the hydrogels ranged from one to greater than two weeks depending on the monomer composition and relative contribution of hydrophilic and hydrophobic monomers. Higuchi model rate constants for the release showed strong correlation with the equilibrium water content, signifying that the release is likely controlled by aqueous phase diffusion.
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- Giuliano Guidi
- Department of Chemical Engineering, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Materials Science and Engineering, CSIRO, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Chemistry, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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Mai C, Bertelmann E. Oral mucosal grafts: old technique in new light. Ophthalmic Res 2013; 50:91-8. [PMID: 23838636 DOI: 10.1159/000351631] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2012] [Accepted: 03/27/2013] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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PURPOSE To present an update on indications and efficacy of oral mucosal grafts in the clinical management of ocular surface diseases focusing on the new developments of the last 5 years. METHODS Pubmed research on the databases of the years 2007 up to 2012 for the key words mucous membrane graft and eye, fornix reconstruction, eyelid reconstruction, and conjunctival replacement. RESULTS Well-documented clinical indications for oral mucosal grafting to the ocular surface include correction of restricted socket syndrome, ocular adnexal reconstruction after tumor resection, cicatricial ocular surface diseases and therapy-refractory pterygia. New indications are conjunctival insufficiency after filtrating glaucoma surgery and the combination of mucosa and amniotic membrane grafting for fornix reconstruction. Moreover, different strategies for ex vivo mucous epithelial cell expansion are under discussion. CONCLUSIONS Oral mucosal grafting is a viable option for the replacement of the conjunctiva. Advantages include easily accessibility of grafts in sufficient size even for repeated procedures and a high stability of the grafts. On the other hand, nasal mucosal grafts are superior for some indications due to the lack of goblet cells in the oral mucosa.
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- Christian Mai
- Augenklinik, Charité Campus Virchow-Klinikum, Berlin, Germany
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Pult H, Khaireddin R. [Practical tips and tricks in fitting soft contact lenses]. Ophthalmologe 2013; 110:515-21. [PMID: 23783995 DOI: 10.1007/s00347-012-2768-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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This review is intended to give supportive information for beginners in contact lens fitting who are interested in providing a quality-related service to customers and patients. In Germany the proportion of contact lens wearers is significantly lower than in most other countries; therefore, there is a potentially fast growing market. The aim of this paper is to provide comprehensive guidelines for practitioners to develop and improve contact lens fitting practice and minimize unnecessary or preventable complications. The fundamental requirement for starting in contact lens fitting is to have correct education in the field and for the practice to be appropriately equipped. The key to providing a safe a reliable contact lens fitting practice is to continually update knowledge in the field and to maintain the practice to the highest professional standards.
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- H Pult
- Contact Lens Anterior Eye Research Unit, School of Optometry & Vision Science, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK.
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Dose-dependent and synergistic effects of proteoglycan 4 on boundary lubrication at a human cornea-polydimethylsiloxane biointerface. Eye Contact Lens 2012; 38:27-35. [PMID: 22157393 DOI: 10.1097/icl.0b013e31823f7041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Proteoglycan 4 (PRG4), also known as lubricin, is a boundary lubricating mucin-like glycoprotein present on several tissue surfaces in the body. The objectives of this study were to (1) implement and characterize an in vitro boundary lubrication test at a human cornea-polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) biointerface and (2) determine the dose-dependent and synergistic effects of PRG4, with hyaluronan (HA), on ocular surface boundary lubrication using this test. METHODS Human corneas and model PDMS material were articulated against each other, at effective sliding velocities v(eff) between 0.3 and 30 mm/sec under physiologic loads of approximately 8 to 25 kPa. Samples were tested serially in (1) saline, PRG4 at 30, 100, 300 μg/mL resuspended in saline, then saline again or (2) saline, AQuify Comfort Eye Drops (containing 0.1% HA), 300 μg/mL PRG4 in saline, 300 μg/mL PRG4 in AQuify, then saline again. Both static and kinetic friction coefficients were calculated. RESULTS PRG4 effectively lowered friction at the cornea-PDMS biointerface, both alone in a dose-dependent manner and in combination with HA. PRG4 reduced kinetic friction coefficients, <μ(kinetic, Neq)>, from approximately 0.30 in saline, to approximately 0.30, 0.24, and 0.17 in 30, 100, and 300 μg/mL PRG4, respectively. Values of <μ(kinetic, Neq)> in AQuify, approximately 0.32, were similar to those in saline; however, when combined with 300 μg/mL PRG4, values of <μ(kinetic, Neq)> were reduced to approximately 0.15. CONCLUSIONS PRG4 functions as an effective ocular surface boundary lubricant, both alone in a dose-dependent manner and in combination with HA.
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Oral mucosal graft to correct lid margin pathologic features in cicatricial ocular surface diseases. Am J Ophthalmol 2011; 152:600-608.e1. [PMID: 21683334 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajo.2011.03.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2010] [Revised: 03/13/2011] [Accepted: 03/14/2011] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the efficacy of oral mucosal graft to correct not only lid margin keratinization and trichiasis or distichiasis, but also incomplete closure in severe cicatricial ocular surface diseases. DESIGN Retrospective, noncomparative, interventional case series. METHODS Twenty-two eyes (39 eyelids) of 19 patients received an oral mucosal graft during lid margin reconstruction from September 2007 through February 2010. Relief of symptoms, conjunctival inflammation, corneal epithelial abnormalities, and visual acuity were compared before and after surgeries as outcome measures. RESULTS Among 22 eyes, 10 eyes (45.5%) had lid margin keratinization, trichiasis or distichiasis, or both, resulting in blink-related microtrauma. The oral mucosal graft resulted in successful correction in 6 eyes; in the remaining eyes, trichiasis in 3 eyes and distichiasis in 1 eye were away from the corneal surface. Incomplete closure present in 12 (54.5%) eyes was completely corrected in 9 eyes and was much improved in the remaining 3 eyes. During a mean follow-up of 16.2 months, reports of foreign body sensation, photophobia, pain, burning, tearing, and discharge were relieved significantly in 17 (77.3%) of 22 eyes. The visual acuity was improved in 13 eyes (59.1%) and was maintained in 8 eyes. Conjunctival inflammation was reduced markedly in 19 eyes (86.4%). Corneal epithelial defect and superficial punctate keratopathy were healed rapidly or improved in 14 eyes, and regression of superficial vascularization was noted in 1 eye. CONCLUSIONS Oral mucosal graft can reduce not only blink-related microtrauma caused by lid margin keratinization and trichiasis or distichiasis, but also exposure caused by cicatricially induced incomplete closure, thus preventing further deterioration of the ocular surface.
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Cohen EJ. Complications of Contact Lens Wear. Cornea 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/b978-0-323-06387-6.00109-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Efficacy of Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Inserts (LACRISERT) in Subsets of Patients With Dry Eye Syndrome: Findings From a Patient Registry. Cornea 2010; 29:1417-27. [DOI: 10.1097/ico.0b013e3181e3f05b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Chigbu DI. The management of allergic eye diseases in primary eye care. Cont Lens Anterior Eye 2009; 32:260-72. [DOI: 10.1016/j.clae.2009.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2007] [Revised: 07/17/2009] [Accepted: 08/05/2009] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Michel M, Sickenberger W, Pult H. The effectiveness of questionnaires in the determination of Contact Lens Induced Dry Eye. Ophthalmic Physiol Opt 2009; 29:479-86. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1475-1313.2009.00658.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Bibliography. Current world literature. Genetics and epidemiology. Curr Opin Allergy Clin Immunol 2008; 8:489-93. [PMID: 18769207 DOI: 10.1097/aci.0b013e32830f1c83] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Bibliography. Current world literature. Corneal and external disorders. Curr Opin Ophthalmol 2008; 19:363-6. [PMID: 18545022 DOI: 10.1097/icu.0b013e328308161d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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