Users' questions

Which brand IOL lens is best?

Which brand IOL lens is best?

Fifty-four percent of the surgeons say they use the Alcon IQ Aspheric IOL for most of their cases, while 31 percent prefer the J&J Vision Tecnis one-piece lens. Six percent use the B+L enVista, 4 percent like the B+L SofPort AO, 2 percent prefer the B+L Akreos AO and 2 percent like the Hoya iSymm/iSert.

What is calcified IOL?

INTRODUCTION. Intraocular lens (IOL) calcification is an uncommon complication following cataract surgery. Calcification of ophthalmic devices is considered rare but has been observed in silicone scleral buckles, the intracameral portion of Molteno implants, and IOLs.

Which is the best IOL lens for cataract surgery?

Which Intraocular Lens is Best?

  • Toric lenses are premium intraocular lenses that correct astigmatism as well as nearsightedness or farsightedness.
  • The benefits of a toric IOL are similar to that of a monofocal lens: Since they are monofocal they either allow better distance or reading vision, but not both.

What is a Subluxed IOL?

Intraocular lens (IOL) malpositions range from simple IOL decentration to luxation into the posterior segment. Subluxated IOLs involve such extreme decentration that the IOL optic covers only a small fraction of the pupillary space. Luxation involves total dislocation of the IOL into the posterior segment.

What is a premium IOL?

A premium IOL is a type of lens that comes with more features compared to single vision ones. If you have Medicare, it will usually cover traditional IOLs but not premium lenses. Since premium IOLs come with more advanced features, they are more expensive.

Can an IOL be repositioned?

The existing IOL can be repositioned or exchanged for a new one, but in either case the IOL must not be allowed to further descend into the vitreous cavity.

Is lens dislocation an emergency?

Report the Symptoms of Lens Dislocation Immediately Untreated lens dislocation can lead to dangerous complications like intraocular inflammation, retinal detachment, corneal edema, and other problems. If you experience any change in visual perception, it may be a symptom of a serious eye emergency.

Does cataract surgery restore 20/20 Vision?

Some patients ask if they will have 20/20 vision after the procedure. Most patients can achieve 20/20 vision as long as they have no other conditions. Conditions that can affect the quality of vision after cataract surgery include: Glaucoma.

What are the disadvantages of multifocal lenses?

Cons of Multifocal Contacts

  • More expensive than other presbyopia treatment.
  • Optical inconsistencies, such as nighttime glare or seeing shadows in low light conditions.
  • Visual contrast may be diminished.
  • Objects may appear higher or lower than they are in reality.
  • Reading glasses are also necessary sometimes.

Which is better multifocal or Trifocal?

Trifocals were found to provide better intermediate vision than multifocals with two focal points, according to a meta-analysis literature study conducted in 2017 that compared the two lens types’ clinical performance.

Why are my eyes still blurry and sun sensitive after 2 months of cataract surgery?

Sometimes after surgery, blood vessels in the retina leak. As fluid collects in your eye, it blurs your vision. Your doctor will treat it with eye drops, and it could take weeks or months to heal. It usually gets completely better.

How are IOLs used to treat cataract surgery?

These days most energy and funding is probably being spent on the development of new and complex IOLs that not only restore the refractive power of the eye after cataract surgery, but also provide special features, including multifocality, toric corrections, pseudoaccommodation etc. which is the precise concept of ‘premium IOL’.

Are there optimized IOL constants for laser interference biometry?

ULIB User Group for Laser Interference Biometry For relations between optimized IOL constants for different IOL formulas click here. For relations between IOL constants for optical and acoustical biometry click here. The following table may be downloaded and fed directly into the IOLMaster.

Are there any IOL constants for the Zeiss IOLMaster?

Please note: The following IOL constants were derived from clinical results with the ZEISS IOLMaster. Since they reflect the special hardware and processing conditions of the instrument type applied for data acquisition, they can only be used with the ZEISS IOLMaster.

How are IOL constants used in acoustical biometry?

For relations between IOL constants for optical and acoustical biometry click here. The following table may be downloaded and fed directly into the IOLMaster. For details click here. Please note: The following IOL constants were derived from clinical results with the ZEISS IOLMaster.