Epithelial Inclusion Cyst of the Bulbar Conjunctiva Secondary to Scleral Lens Impingement Managed With a MicroVault

Eye Contact Lens. 2020 Nov;46(6):e56-e58. doi: 10.1097/ICL.0000000000000659.

Abstract

Acquired epithelial inclusion conjunctival bulbar cyst is a reported complication of scleral contact lens impingement commonly corrected with a diameter change or notch of the scleral contact lens. This case discusses an acquired epithelial inclusion conjunctival bulbar cyst due to microtrauma caused by prolonged scleral contact lens wear and corrected with a MicroVault.

MeSH terms

  • Conjunctiva
  • Contact Lenses*
  • Cysts*
  • Humans
  • Sclera