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“OKVision OKV-SL” customizable soft contact lenses fitting guide

https://doi.org/10.33791/2222-4408-2020-4-61-68

Abstract

The purpose of this guide is to introduce ophthalmologists and optometrists to the basics of fitting of customizable soft contact lenses, which is an important knowledge that enhances practitioners’ skills and helps provide a high visual acuity for many patients.

Material and methods. This guide sets forth the principles of calculation of contact lens parameters, defines parameters specific to customizable lenses as well as assessment of the fit and the rules of lens handling and care.

Conclusions. Following the fitting guide ensures a successful vision correction with customizable soft contact lenses for both doctor and the patient.

About the Authors

A. V. Myagkov
National Myopia Institute
Russian Federation

Alexander V. Myagkov, Dr. Sci. (Med.), Professor, Director 

63B, bld. 4, Mikhalkovskaya Str., Moscow, 125438



Zh. N. Poskrebysheva
National Myopia Institute
Russian Federation

Zhanna N. Poskrebysheva, ophthalmologist, scientific researcher 

63B, bld. 4, Mikhalkovskaya Str., Moscow, 125438



References

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2. Myagkov A. V. Guide to medical optics. Part 2. Contact lens vision correction. 2018. P.148–149 (In Russ.).


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Myagkov A.V., Poskrebysheva Zh.N. “OKVision OKV-SL” customizable soft contact lenses fitting guide. The EYE GLAZ. 2020;22(4(132)):61-68. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.33791/2222-4408-2020-4-61-68

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