Diagnostic Imaging in Ocular Surface and Contact Lens Fitting
A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Medical Imaging and Theranostics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2026
Special Issue Editors
Interests: cornea; corneal topography; myopia; keratoconus; contact lenses
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Special Issue Information
This special issue examines the transformative impact of diagnostic imaging on the evaluation of the ocular surface and contact lens fitting. It bridges cutting-edge technology with routine clinical applications to enhance patient care. Recent advancements have led to significant progress in imaging modalities, such as ultra-high-resolution optical coherence tomography (UHR-OCT) for detailed visualization of the corneal endothelium, tear meniscus, and film dynamics, advanced reflectometry techniques, and other high-resolution methods. These innovations provide exceptional resolution and quality that surpass much of the existing literature, unveiling novel applications that remain underexplored. Key topics include corneal topography and tomography in managing irregular astigmatism and keratoconus, scleral profilometry for customizing scleral lens designs, wavefront aberrometry for aberration-based fittings, in vivo confocal microscopy for detailed examination of ocular surface microstructures, artificial intelligence-driven imaging for automated assessment of tear film stability and lens fits, enhanced digital slit-lamp biomicroscopy for visualizing meibomian glands and lid margins, and innovative approaches to customizing freeform lenses using precise anterior segment scans. In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has begun to assume a prominent role in the fields of ophthalmology and optometry.
Its integration is expanding across the entire eye care profession, influencing both diagnostic and clinical practices.AI has significantly enhanced the accuracy of ocular disease detection and diagnosis, thereby contributing to more effective disease management.Consequently, the synergy between advanced imaging modalities and AI is poised to further elevate the standard of patient care and treatment outcomes. Furthermore, the issue will address imaging's role in managing dry eye, meibomian gland dysfunction, allergic conjunctivitis, and post-traumatic irregularities. We invite submissions of original research, case studies, methodological innovations, and reviews from optometrists, ophthalmologists, and imaging specialists to foster interdisciplinary dialogue, stimulate innovation, and advance vision science for improved comfort, safety, and outcomes.
Dr. Nir Erdinest
Dr. David Berkow
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- Ocular surface imaging, Contact lens fitting, Ultra-high-resolution OCT, Corneal topography, Corneal tomography, Scleral profilometry, Wavefront aberrometry, In vivo confocal microscopy, Artificial intelligence in eye imaging, Meibomian gland imaging
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