Research Review:<br> TFOS DEWS III Summary Pertaining to Contact Lenses</br>

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The TFOS DEWS III report redefined dry eye disease as a multifactorial condition involving tear film instability and ocular surface inflammation.
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Contact lens discomfort symptoms often overlap with dry eye disease symptoms, and lens wear can exacerbate existing dry eye conditions.
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Contact lenses can negatively impact the ocular surface by altering tear film biochemistry and increasing tear evaporation.
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Management strategies for contact lens-associated dry eye include modifying lens materials and using nonpreserved lubricants.
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Despite potential negative effects, contact lenses can also serve as treatment devices for tear film deficiencies and ocular surface abnormalities.

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