Corneal abrasions in contact lens wearers may have sight threatening consequences. Contact lenses can compromise the corneal epithelium and act as pathogenic vectors, facilitating the development of bacterial keratitis. Most corneal abrasions heal quickly when treated with topical antibiotics, which act as lubricants and antimicrobial agents. However, in contact lens wearers there may be rapid progression to corneal scarring or even perforation.

Two patients with contact lens related …