Contact Lens & Anterior Eye
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Future of Anterior Eye Care
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Contact Lens Development and Design:
Research in this area covers innovative materials, technologies, and designs of contact lenses, including orthokeratology, scleral lenses, and multifocal contact lenses, aimed at improving comfort, efficacy, and patient outcomes. - Ocular Health and Disease Management:
The journal publishes studies on the relationship between contact lens wear and ocular health, focusing on conditions such as dry eye disease, keratoconus, and infections, along with their management strategies. - Myopia Control Strategies:
A significant focus is on various methods for managing myopia progression, particularly in children, through the use of orthokeratology and other specialized lenses. - Patient Compliance and Experience:
The journal explores patient behaviors and compliance with contact lens wear and care, analyzing factors affecting satisfaction and effectiveness of contact lens-related therapies. - Clinical Practices and Guidelines:
Research includes evaluations of clinical practices related to contact lens fitting, care, and management, with an emphasis on evidence-based approaches to enhance patient care.
Trending and Emerging
- Innovative Myopia Control Approaches:
Research on innovative methods for myopia control, particularly in children, is trending, with a focus on the efficacy of orthokeratology and new contact lens designs aimed at slowing progression. - Digital Eye Strain and Contact Lens Wear:
With the increase in screen time, studies addressing digital eye strain and its relationship with contact lens wear have gained prominence, reflecting a contemporary concern for eye health. - Artificial Intelligence in Contact Lens Management:
There is a growing trend in the application of artificial intelligence for optimizing contact lens fitting and management, indicating a shift towards more tech-integrated approaches in clinical practice. - Environmental Impact of Contact Lenses:
Emerging studies are focusing on the environmental implications of contact lens disposal and waste, reflecting a broader societal concern about sustainability in healthcare. - Personalized Contact Lens Solutions:
Research into personalized contact lens solutions based on individual patient needs and characteristics is increasing, showcasing a move towards tailored approaches in ocular care.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Contact Lens Fitting Techniques:
There has been a noticeable decline in research focused solely on traditional fitting methods, as the field shifts towards more technologically advanced fitting techniques, including the use of artificial intelligence and imaging technologies. - General Dry Eye Studies:
While dry eye disease remains a critical area of research, publications specifically focused on general dry eye studies without a direct link to contact lens wear are becoming less frequent, as the emphasis moves towards more integrated approaches. - Basic Microbial Studies:
Research centered on basic microbial studies related to contact lens contamination is waning, with a growing focus on clinical implications and the effectiveness of new disinfection methods and solutions.
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