Nanocomposite contact lenses (NCLs) have emerged as a promising advancement in the field of ophthalmic materials, combining the advantages of traditional contact lenses with the unique properties offered by nanomaterials. This review presents a comprehensive overview of the recent developments and applications of NCLs. The synthesis methods and characterization techniques for nanocomposite materials are discussed, along with a focus on the incorporation of various nanoparticles, such as metallic, polymeric, and inorganic nanoparticles, into contact lens matrices. The impact of these nanoparticles on the physical, mechanical, and optical properties of the lenses is highlighted. The review addresses the applications of NCLs in areas such as drug delivery, vision correction, biosensing, and antimicrobial activity. The controlled release capabilities of nanocomposite lenses for therapeutic agents, the enhanced optical performance achieved through nanoparticle incorporation, the potential for biosensing and diagnostic applications, and the antimicrobial properties of NCLs are examined in detail. Furthermore, the challenges and future prospects in the field of NCLs are discussed, emphasizing the need for further research in areas such as biocompatibility, long-term stability, and clinical translation. Overall, NCLs hold tremendous potential for advancing ophthalmic technologies and providing innovative solutions for improved ocular health and vision care.

中文翻译：

---

纳米复合隐形眼镜的合成、性能及应用综述


纳米复合隐形眼镜（NCL）已成为眼科材料领域的一项有前途的进步，它将传统隐形眼镜的优点与纳米材料提供的独特性能结合在一起。这篇综述全面概述了 NCL 的最新发展和应用。讨论了纳米复合材料的合成方法和表征技术，重点讨论了将各种纳米颗粒（例如金属纳米颗粒、聚合物纳米颗粒和无机纳米颗粒）掺入隐形眼镜基质中。这些纳米颗粒对镜片的物理、机械和光学性能的影响得到了强调。该综述讨论了 NCL 在药物输送、视力矫正、生物传感和抗菌活性等领域的应用。详细研究了纳米复合材料镜片用于治疗剂的控释能力、通过纳米颗粒掺入实现的增强光学性能、生物传感和诊断应用的潜力以及 NCL 的抗菌特性。此外，还讨论了 NCL 领域的挑战和未来前景，强调需要在生物相容性、长期稳定性和临床转化等领域进行进一步研究。总体而言，NCL 在推进眼科技术并为改善眼部健康和视力保健提供创新解决方案方面具有巨大潜力。