The Crystalens® procedure

Cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed surgeries in the world. Crystalens® is implanted during standard outpatient cataract surgery.

In India, on average over 14,000 cataract procedures are performed a day. The cataract procedure is quick, simple and allows for relatively fast healing. This safe and painless procedure typically starts with eye-numbing drops and a micro-seal being made at the edge of the cornea. The natural lens is gently washed away and Crystalens® is implanted. Crystalens® can be implanted quickly and without sensation. Most patients return for a follow-up visit with the surgeon the day after surgery.

The recovery period is usually short. Most patients are able to pursue normal activities almost immediately after surgery. Patients usually have a follow-up visit scheduled with the surgeon to evaluate the patient's recovery. (Discuss with your doctor beforehand what to expect before, during, and after the procedure in terms of eye drops and office visits.)

If you are like most patients who have Crystalens®, you can expect to see sharper images than you have seen in years.

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Next steps

The first step is to have your surgeon perform a thorough eye exam to determine the most appropriate treatment path for you. After the exam you will learn if you’re a candidate for crystalens, and if so, your surgeon will explain the surgical procedure and develop a personalized treatment strategy based on your individual vision health.

Indications for use

The crystalens® is indicated for implantation in the capsular bag of the eye for the visual correction of aphakia secondary to the removal of a cataractous lens in adult patients with and without presbyopia. Adverse events are comparable to the FDApublished historical controls. Rx only. Only your surgeon can determine if crystalens® is right for you and explain the applicable risks. *Data on file at Bausch & Lomb®.

Potential Complications:

Implantation of Crystalens® is a surgical procedure. All surgical procedures entail some risk. The risks of implantation with the Crystalens® are generally the same potential risks that exist for implanting all intraocular lenses. Because the Crystalens® has a smaller optic compared to the standard IOL, glare and other visual disturbances may occur under certain lighting conditions, including at night when the pupil widely dilates. Only your surgeon can determine if Crystalens® is right for you and explain the applicable risk of complications. Your doctor will perform a thorough examination and fully inform you of any increased risk of complications. Because the Crystalens® only absorbs a portion of ultraviolet light, you should wear sunglasses with UV400 protection when out in daylight.

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