Management of acute glaucoma with Pilocarpine soaked hydrophilic lens

Abstract

25 cases of acute closed angle glaucoma were treated by sterile hydrophilic contact lens presoaked in 1% Pilocarpine. The method is as effective as intensive medication with 4% Pilocarpine drops using only a fraction of the dose in a sustained slow release form. The method of preparation, storage and use of the lenses is described.