Bandage contact lenses serve several purposes in the management of corneal disorders. Perhaps most commonly, they are used in the place of a pressure patch for pain relief, but there are numerous ...

A corneal ulcer is an open sore on your cornea that can be caused by a virus or bacterial infection. Learn more about the causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and ...

Collagen as a therapeutic lens material was first evaluated in the early 1980s. 14,15 Various reports showed encouraging results in their application as a corneal shield both as a device to ...

If you’re recovering from a corneal ulcer, make sure to wear an eye shield or protective lenses to prevent accidental trauma, and take pain medications, as recommended. [18] ...

An ophthalmologist at Wilford Hall Medical Center recently performed a unique procedure to restore a patient's vision. Lt. Col. (Dr.) Charles Reilly completed a partial cornea transplant using a ...

Scratched Cornea. A corneal abrasion is a scratch on your eye. It can happen in an instant — such as when you poke your eye or something (like dirt or sand) gets trapped under your eyelid.