corneal warpage

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corneal warpage

A relative change in the shape of the corneal surface produced by contact lenses, especially rigid lenses with low or no oxygen transmissibility. It affects vision. It is easily observed with corneal topography. The cornea recovers following cessation of contact lens wear. See videokeratoscope.

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