A survey form was distributed to 262 members of the Contact Lens Society of Australia, and 109 replies were received. The results indicate that the majority of contact lenses prescribed for extended wear were because of patient request or patient convenience. Most practitioners were selective with the types of patients fitted with lenses for extended wear, with 84% fitting this lens form. Those who did not prescribe this lens form were not prepared to tolerate the perceived associated risks of extended wear. Ninety‐two percent of contact lenses prescribed for extended wear were hydrogels, with frequent lens removal and replacement recommended. Sixteen percent of respondents had seen patients with complications as a result of contact lens extended wear. Disadvantages of extended wear are discussed. Contact lens extended wear is apparently losing popularity amongst practitioner
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