Contact Lens Options for the Astigmatic Patient | 合法醫療器材資訊網

2002年5月28日—Patientswithhighastigmatism.Iusedtofitaspecialty,quarterlyreplacementlenssuchastheHydrasoftToric(CooperVision)ortheSunsoft ...

By DEEPAK GUPTA, OD Stamford, Conn.

In recent years we have seen a dramatic improvement in the technology and growth of the planned replacement soft toric lens market. The emergence of these lenses means that patients who experienced problems with conventional soft torics can now enjoy the same comfort, visual acuity and ease of care as spherical lens wearers.

Toric lenses are available for a two-week, one month and three-month disposal schedule (see Planned Replacement Soft Toric Lenses below). Unlike RGPs, which many patients cannot tolerate, soft lenses require considerably less adaptation time, are more comfortable and may be worn intermittently for sports or recreational use.

Matching the patient with the lens

With the vast selection of lenses available, which one do you fit? As with anything else, there is no right answer. We all ...