Refractive lens exchange
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Lens exchange to correct presbyopia
RLE (refractive lens exchange) or CLE (clear lens extraction), which is a refractive lens exchange, involves removing the patient’s natural lens and replacing it with an advanced technology artificial lens that corrects vision defects. This procedure is recommended for patients with severe farsightedness, presbyopia, and astigmatism, and in some cases, also nearsightedness. CLE (clear lens extraction), as the name suggests, is a procedure to replace a non-cataractous lens with an artificial one.
Refractive Lens Exchange – Procedure Information
If a person with presbyopia, nearsightedness, or farsightedness undergoes refractive lens exchange surgery, the risk of cataracts will be eliminated. This is because the natural lens is replaced by an artificial one that is not susceptible to clouding.
Refractive lens exchange can also be performed on patients who have previously undergone laser vision correction.
The chances of success for the lens exchange procedure using this method (i.e., aspirating the natural lens with a modern and highly precise phacoemulsifier) are very high, and the procedure itself is reliable. Of course, general surgical risks are possible, and all patients are informed about them during a personal consultation with the doctor.
lenses
Types of lenses used in the procedure
Multifocal lenses (trifocal, multifocal, EDOF)
Provide very good visual acuity for distance, near (35-40 cm), and intermediate distances (60-90 cm)
Toric lenses monofocal
Eliminate astigmatism, provide sharp vision for distance or near
Toric multifocal lenses
Eliminate astigmatism, provide sharp vision for distance, near, and intermediate distances, thus offering complete independence from corrective glasses.
Post-procedure instructions
Instructions for patients after refractive lens exchange:
- Protect the operated eye from contaminants and UV rays
- Do not touch or rub the operated eye
- Avoid strenuous activity and sports for approximately 2 weeks
Procedure Course
Preparation
Refractive lens exchange is an approximately 20-minute outpatient procedure. The patient’s eye is anesthetized by applying special eye drops.
Incision
In the first phase of the procedure, a small incision is made on the edge of the cornea. This allows for the dissolution and aspiration of the natural lens.
Insertion of the artificial lens
In the next phase of the procedure, a new lens is implanted, which is optimally adapted to the patient’s eye and the desired final outcome. Refractive lens exchange also helps resolve astigmatism issues.
Postoperative phase
After the procedure, the patient’s eye is protected with a special patch. This safeguards it against external factors such as dirt and dust.
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European standard of treatment
The establishment of SwissLaser marks Dr. Victor Derhartunian’s return to his Polish roots – bringing European knowledge, experience, quality, and renowned Swiss precision to our country, so that every patient in need of vision correction receives the best in terms of technology, expertise, and care.
Our priority is the continuous deepening of knowledge in the field of refractive surgery, lens and laser operations, so that Polish patients can receive treatment at the highest level.
Dr. Victor Derhartunian received the Patients’ Choice Award from 2012-2023.
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