BEYOND CLARITY: A STUDY ON CONTACT LENS SOLUTIONS AND THEIR ROLE IN PSEUDOMONAS AERUGINOSA PREVENTION

Abstract

Contact lenses are widely used around the world as an alternative to traditional eyeglasses, primarily for cosmetic purposes. They are placed directly on the cornea of the eye to enhance vision. The popularity of contact lenses is evident with over 125 million people in various countries, including Indonesia, choosing them as their preferred vision correction method. While contact lenses offer many advantages, they are not without risks. Although the incidence of complications associated with contact lens wear is relatively rare, the potential consequences can be severe, including the risk of permanent vision loss. Among the various complications, microbial keratitis stands out as the most serious and sight-threatening condition linked to contact lens usage. This condition, caused by microorganisms, poses a significant threat to eye health and necessitates increased awareness and preventative measures to mitigate its impact. This comprehensive abstract delves into the world of contact lenses, emphasizing their global prevalence and usage trends. It highlights the potential risks associated with wearing contact lenses, particularly focusing on the rare but devastating complication of microbial keratitis. The significance of this research lies in its potential to raise awareness about the importance of proper contact lens hygiene and care, ultimately reducing the risk of microbial keratitis and other associated complications.