A review of problems of bacterial biofilm on contact lenses

Authors

  • Najlaa Nabhan Yaseen Department of Biology, College of Science, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq. Author
    • Shaymaa Suhail Najim Department of Biology, College of Science, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq. Author
      • Maryam Kamel Mohammed Department of Biology, College of Science, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq. Author

        DOI:

        https://doi.org/10.65329/wjeb.v13.01.002

        Keywords:

        Contact lenses, Keratitis, Microbial Biofilm, Ocular infections.

        Abstract

        Contact lenses are a widely used and effective means of vision correction, offering relief to around the world use contact lenses. But these lenses can sometimes get colonized by microorganisms, which might lead to infections and inflammation on the eye’s surface. A major concern in this context is the formation of bacterial biofilms on contact lenses, which can cause significant complications, including ocular discomfort and more serious eye conditions. This study aims to discuss how bacterial biofilms can cause eye infections related to contact lenses. Without proper treatment, these infections can lead to vision loss or, in severe cases, loss of the eye. In conclusion, biofilms are a key factor contributing to contact lens-related ocular infections and inflammation.

         
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        Published

        2025-06-10

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        Review article

        How to Cite

        [1]
        Najlaa Nabhan Yaseen et al. trans. 2025. A review of problems of bacterial biofilm on contact lenses. World Journal of Experimental Biosciences. 13, 1 (Jun. 2025), 7–10. DOI:https://doi.org/10.65329/wjeb.v13.01.002.

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