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IOLs

Fewer Black Patients Getting Premium IOLs

Race was the only significant variable in a recent study. It’s unclear whether they were offered the option but declined or if the doctor failed to mention the possibility.
July 17, 2024

Macular Disorders Don’t Affect Contrast Adaptation in Presbyopic IOL Patients

However, the progressive nature of the condition must be taken into account when assessing intraocular lens performance and tolerability, researchers warn.
January 24, 2024

Consider Adding NSAIDs to Post-op Cataract Meds

Combined treatment was more effective than corticosteroids alone.
October 6, 2023

EDOF IOLs Show Improved Contrast Sensitivity and Intermediate Vision

These gains come at the expense of near vision acuity and spectacle independence, which were better among multifocal implant patients in a recent study.
July 18, 2023

Experts Attempt to Find Consensus on Presbyopic IOL Use

A panel agreed on many aspects of pre-op and intraoperative decision-making. They disagreed, however, when considering issues related to lens selection.
May 31, 2023

New Questionnaire Assesses Post-op Symptoms in IOL Patients

Its developers believe it can help document the patient experience in both clinical trials and individual practices.
April 17, 2023

Trifocal IOLs Best Multifocal Option for VA in Presbyopia, Study Says

However, this ranking doesn’t account for the potential financial burden of premium lenses.
September 27, 2022

Hypotensive Drugs Impact Clarity of Intraocular Lenses

Additional investigation is needed to further clarify this correlation and its clinical implications.
September 12, 2022