ABSTRACT FLA-related conditions are a rare medical occurrence. Despite their rarity, they
are considered a public health concern for two reasons: the absence of a regular treatment …

The surface with high-aspect-ratio nanostructure is observed to possess the bactericidal
properties, where the physical interaction between high-aspect-ratio nanostructure could …

Bacterial biofilm formation on optical devices such as contact lenses, optical glasses,
endoscopic devices, and microscopic slides and lenses are major concerns in the field of …

Purpose The effects of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) incorporated in silicone-hydrogel films
on their physicochemical properties and microbial activity were investigated. Methods …

Methods: Four samples each from 50 participants (n= 200) were collected from the lenses,
lens care solutions, lens care solution bottles and lens cases along with a questionnaire …

Dry eye disease (DED) is an increasingly significant clinical problem in developing countries
and/or emerging economies. Existing studies on DED conducted in these areas have largely …

Purpose To review and summarize information on meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD)
epidemiology in Africa. Methods A systematic search of online databases was conducted for …

Biofilm is an assemblage of microbial cells that is irreversibly associated with the surface
and usually enclosed in a matrix of polysaccharide material. The process of any contact lens …

To assess the level of awareness and use of contact lens among tertiary students and to
evaluate lens care practices among contact lens users. A descriptive cross sectional study …

Microorganisms, particularly bacteria, are considered to play a role in the etiology of certain
corneal infections observed during soft contact lens wear. This study explored the possibility …