Bacterial Flora of the Eye and Contact Lens Cases during Hydrogel Lens Wear

Key Points

• The research aims to compare the bacterial populations in the tear fluids of soft contact lens wearers versus non-wearers.
• Conducted bacteriological comparisons between tear fluids of soft contact lens wearers and non-wearers.
• Analyzed the bacterial variety and population differences based on disinfection methods used.
• Collected samples from both groups for laboratory analysis.
• Increased bacterial population found in contact lens wearers compared to non-wearers.
• No significant changes in the types of bacteria present in both groups.
• Differences in bacterial flora linked to the disinfection methods employed.