Validity of Selected Predictors for Successful Wearing of Contact Lenses 1

Abstract

19 successful contact lens wearers were not distinguished from 4 unsuccessful wearers after the 2-week adapting period on any personality measures but were distinguished by persistent symptoms such as lid involvement and sensitivity.

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