PARIS — An anterior chamber iris-fixated lens is the best location and the design of choice for phakic IOL implantation, according to Lucio Buratto, MD. Dr. Buratto delivered this assessment in a ...

FLORENCE – An alternative technique of IOL fixation on the posterior surface of the iris offers several advantages in some cases, according to one surgeon speaking at the Florence Symposium. Cesare ...

To evaluate the 5-year follow-up of safety, efficacy, predictability, stability, and complications of anterior iris-fixated phakic intraocular lens (pIOL) implantation to correct high myopia, and ...

There are three main types of phakic intraocular lenses (pIOL): those secured in the anterior chamber angle, those secured to the iris, and those placed between the crystalline lens and the iris. The ...

Another refractive procedure that was thoroughly addressed at the meeting involved phakic IOLs. These are lenses that are placed in front of the natural crystalline lens in patients with large ...

Dr. Greenstein answers the question: 'Types Of Intraocular Lens Implants?' Aug. 24, 2009— -- Question: What are the different types of intraocular lens implants and how do I decide on which one ...

BOCA RATON, Fla., and SANTA ANA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 6, 2004--OPHTEC USA, Inc., a privately held medical device manufacturer and subsidiary of OPHTEC B.V ...

What is Intraocular Lens Implant? An intraocular lens (IOL) implant is an artificial lens placed within the eye when the natural lens is removed, most often for the treatment of cataract. It is termed ...