Contact lenses and the work environment

Controversial opinions have been presented about the use of contact lenses in industrial environments. Work environments contain few obstacles to the use of contact lenses, but many occupations are associated with the risk of excessive difficulties, spoilation , irritation, or complications. From th...

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Published inActa ophthalmologica. Supplementum Vol. 161; p. 115
Main Author Mäkitie, J
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Denmark 1984
Subjects
Contact Lenses - adverse effects
Corneal Diseases - etiology
Eye Foreign Bodies - complications
Eye Protective Devices - standards
Eyeglasses
Hot Temperature - adverse effects
Humans
Light - adverse effects
Occupations
Risk
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Summary:Controversial opinions have been presented about the use of contact lenses in industrial environments. Work environments contain few obstacles to the use of contact lenses, but many occupations are associated with the risk of excessive difficulties, spoilation , irritation, or complications. From the radiant energy the shorter (280 nm) ultraviolet (UV) wavelengths and the longer (1300 nm) infra-red (IR) wavelengths are absorbed by contact lenses, the absorption increases their temperature and may cause corneal complications. Protective glasses, however, absorb more than 99.5% of the UV and IR energy and thus provide sufficient protection for contact lens wearers exposed to UV or IR radiation. The advantages and risks of contact lenses in industrial work are discussed.
ISSN:0065-1451
DOI:10.1111/j.1755-3768.1984.tb06792.x