I've noticed that some doctors perform the iridotomy a few days or a week prior to the ICL implantation, but my doctor wants to do it on the same day. I also see that dome doctors prescribe antibiotic drops to be taken a day prior to the surgery; mine didn't. Some recommend no make-up etc. for several days prior. My instructions were only: don't wear contacts and don't put any lotion, etc. on the day of the procedure. Also, my dr. wants to do both eyes on the same day. Should I be concerned?
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While it is true that the ICL
surgery can cause cataracts, it is a very rare complication. Approximately 1.4% of eyes with ICL
implantation will develop a visually significant cataract after 5 years. If
cataract does occur, it can be treated (removed) along with the ICL. Implantation of...
ICL explantation can be safely performed in a brief OR procedure. It is very unusual for patients to experience pain after ICL surgery so I would be curious to ascertain the details about your original procedure. In many instances an ICL replacement can solve your problem.
If your retinal hole was treated
properly and is well healed, as it should be by now, you could consider an ICL
if your eye is otherwise healthy.
Peripheral retinal holes and tears are fairly common in extremely
nearsighted patients, the same population which benefits greatly from ICL surgery....