FDA approves MiSight contact lens to slow myopia progression in children

The first contact lens indicated to slow myopia progression in children aged 8 to 12 years has received FDA approval, according to an FDA press release.
The MiSight contact lens (CooperVision) is a disposable, soft lens that is limited for one-time use and is not for wearing overnight, the release stated.
The effectiveness and safety of the lens was tested during a 3-year randomized controlled clinical study consisting of 135 children aged 8 to 12 years compared with a conventional soft contact lens. The results of the study showed that (Read more...)

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