Review of orthokeratology in China

Objective:To review the orthokeratology in China in last 3 years.Methods:The papers of orthokeratology published on ophthalmology related journals in China before 2000 were reviewed.Results:The orthokeratology worked for myopic reduction. The amount of myoipic reduction was depended on refraction status and corneal shape. The complications included corneal staining, corneal ulcer, corneal distoration and conjunctivitis.Conclusion:Orthokeratology is one of options for some myopies, but there are a lot of complication come along with. The Medical ethics involved in orthokeratology should be aware.