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https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/35490| Title: | An evaluation of contact lens disinfection |
| Authors: | Baldacchino, Anthony |
| Keywords: | Contact lenses -- Disinfection Contact lenses -- Complications Eye -- Diseases Pharmacy -- Information services Contact lenses -- Disinfection -- Malta |
| Issue Date: | 1992 |
| Publisher: | University of Malta. Department of Pharmacy |
| Citation: | Baldacchino, A. (1992). An evaluation of contact lens disinfection. In A. Serracino-Inglott (Ed.), Pharmacy Final Year Students 1992 Project Abstracts, Vol. 2, (pp. 513-520). University of Malta. Department of Pharmacy. |
| Abstract: | The pharmacist has a vital role to play in assuring safe contact lens wear. Other then the contact lens practitioner, the pharmacist is the only person who can supply lens care materials and provide counselling based on scientific knowledge. Corneal infections are the most dreaded complications associated with lens wear. Lenses are highly liable to become contaminated with harmful pathogenic organisms particularly during handling. Moreover, contact lens wearers run an increased risk of ocular infections due to interference with normal tears washout mechanisms. A satisfactory means of disinfecting lenses is therefore a basic requirement. |
| URI: | https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar//handle/123456789/35490 |
| Appears in Collections: | Pharmacy final year students 1992 project abstracts : volume two |
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