Meta-Analysis of Materials and Treatments Used in Ophthalmic Lenses: Implications for Lens Characteristics.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

This meta-analysis evaluates the evolution, applications, and recent advancements in the materials and treatments used in ophthalmic lenses, focusing on their effectiveness, comfort, and safety, while also considering sustainability as a key factor.

Methods

The study was registered with PROSPERO and conducted following the PRISMA and AMSTAR-2 guidelines. A systematic review was performed across databases such as PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus, without time or language restrictions. Observational studies analyzing optical materials and ophthalmic lens treatments were included, and a random-effects model was applied due to the high heterogeneity observed among the studies.

Results

Nine studies were included that evaluated different materials, such as CR-39

SUBMITTER: Martinez-Perez C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11643459 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature