IPCL Refractive Surgery

IPCL, often referred to as Intracorneal Presbyopia-Correcting Lens surgery is a special kind of refractive surgery which is intended to treat presbyopia, a condition where vision loss occurs with ageing. Presbyopia, a common ailment that develops as we age and usually starts around the age of 40, is brought on by a decrease in the suppleness of the eye’s lens. This makes it harder to focus on up-close things, which can cause symptoms including trouble seeing small print, eyestrain, and headaches.

PROCEDURE FOR IPCL

The following steps are commonly involved in IPCL Refractive Surgery:

• Pre-operative assessment: The patient will have a complete eye examination prior to the procedure to see if they are a good candidate for IPCL refractive surgery. This could involve exams like a dilated eye exam, a refraction test, and a visual acuity test.
• Preparation: The patient will receive eye drops the day before the treatment to numb the eye, as well as a possible mild sedative to help them relax.
• Technique: Normally, the surgery is done on one eye at a time, with the other functioning as a control. It normally takes place without hospitalisation and takes 15 minutes each eye. A tiny, flexible lens will be inserted into the eye by the surgeon after making a tiny incision in the cornea. Sutures or a specific adhesive are then used to close the incision.
• Rehabilitation: Following the procedure, the patient will need to recover for a short while before being released to return home. They may need to cover their eye for a few days while using eye drops to help avoid infection and inflammation. Within a few days, the majority of patients are able to resume their regular activities.

It is crucial to remember that depending on the patient and the surgeon performing the treatment, the particular steps and specifics of the procedure may differ. Before having IPCL refractive surgery, it is crucial to go over the specifics of the treatment with a licenced eye care practitioner.

SYMPTOMS

You might be a candidate for IPCL refractive surgery if you have any of the following symptoms:

• The need to hold reading materials farther away in order to see them clearly
• The difficulty reading small print or seeing objects up close
• Eyestrain or fatigue when reading or doing close-up work
• Headaches or eyestrain when reading or doing close-up work
• The need to use reading glasses or bifocal glasses for close-up work

It is crucial to remember that there are many potential causes for these symptoms, and only a trained eye care specialist can decide whether IPCL refractive surgery is the best course of action. It is crucial to arrange an eye check-up with a qualified eye care specialist if you are exhibiting any of the aforementioned symptoms in order to identify the underlying reason and go through your treatment choices.