Helpful Information for Choosing the Right ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) Surgery Price
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When vision is poor and needs correction with glasses or contact lenses, this is called a refractive error.
Refractive errors include myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism.
There are various methods to correct refractive errors. Some methods, like LASIK and LASEK, use lasers to reshape the cornea. Others involve inserting a lens into the eye to correct vision.
However, some individuals with severe vision problems like high myopia or high astigmatism may not be suitable candidates for laser vision correction like LASIK or LASEK, limiting their options. In these cases, ICL surgery may be considered.
Today, we'll explore ICL surgery, starting with the price, and gradually delve into the process and principles.
"Let's learn more about refractive errors." For clear vision, images must focus on the center of the retina. If the image focuses in front of the retina, it's myopia. If it focuses behind, it's hyperopia.
A characteristic of myopia is clear vision up close but blurry vision at a distance. In severe cases, even close-up vision can be blurry.
Astigmatism occurs when an image doesn't focus as a single point, causing it to appear doubled or blurred. Symptoms include blurry vision at all distances, eye strain, headaches, and decreased vision during near work (reading, computer use).
The causes of astigmatism are diverse. It can be caused by an irregular shape of the cornea, lens, or eyeball, previous corneal injuries, keratitis, corneal opacity, or complications from refractive surgery.
Symptoms may include light scattering in a specific direction (horizontal, vertical, etc.), overlapping text, night glare (halos around lights), eye fatigue, headaches, difficulty judging distances, and increased blinking.
Myopia and astigmatism often coexist, so an eye exam is necessary for accurate diagnosis and correction planning. If astigmatism isn't properly corrected during vision correction surgery, blurry vision may persist, so meticulous correction is important.
"Is ICL surgery suitable for myopic astigmatism?" Careful consideration is needed when choosing vision correction for high astigmatism or high myopia (over -2 diopters).
Popular procedures like LASIK and LASEK correct vision by reshaping the cornea with a laser. However, the amount of corneal tissue removed increases with the severity of myopia, astigmatism, or high myopia.
Insufficient residual corneal thickness can weaken the eye's ability to withstand intraocular pressure, increasing the risk of dry eye, glare, corneal ectasia, and keratoconus.
If laser vision correction is difficult due to thin or asymmetrical corneas, ICL surgery can be considered. ICL doesn't require corneal reshaping, making it suitable for high myopia, high astigmatism, or irregular corneal surfaces.
"ICL surgery: Principles, features, and price." ICL surgery corrects vision by inserting a biocompatible lens into the eye to adjust refractive power.
The procedure typically takes less than 10 minutes, with minimal pain and a short recovery period due to no corneal damage, resulting in high-quality corrected vision.
Another advantage is the ability to remove the lens and revert to the original state if unexpected problems arise. It can also help reduce complications like myopic regression, glare, and dry eye.
ICL surgery is an option for individuals with high myopia or astigmatism, and for those who need re-correction due to myopic regression after previous vision correction surgery.
ICL surgery prices typically range from 4 million to 6 million won, depending on the lens chosen and individual eye conditions. It's best to confirm through an examination.
"Differences in ICL surgery based on anterior or posterior lens placement?" ICL surgery is divided into anterior lenses (placed between the cornea and iris) and posterior lenses (placed between the iris and crystalline lens).
Anterior lenses are relatively far from the crystalline lens, reducing the risk of cataracts. The lens is secured to the iris, helping maintain its position. However, impact to the eye can dislodge the lens, and in severe cases, damage the iris.
Anterior lenses are closer to the cornea than posterior lenses, with a relatively higher risk of corneal endothelial cell damage. Sufficient space within the eye is needed to ensure adequate distance between the cornea and the anterior lens. An iridotomy may be necessary, and regular endothelial cell counts are required.
Posterior lenses are placed behind the crystalline lens and are not fixed, making the procedure relatively more difficult. However, they are farther from the cornea, reducing the risk of corneal endothelial cell damage.
Posterior lenses do not require an iridotomy, offering high safety and convenience. It is a well-established method with high stability, allowing for same-day bilateral procedures. Posterior lenses are a popular choice recently.
"Finding information when researching ICL surgery?" When considering ICL surgery, determining the appropriate lens size is crucial. An improperly sized lens can lead to decreased corneal endothelial cells and cataracts. Precise measurements of the internal eye dimensions and astigmatism axis are necessary to minimize errors and prevent complications.
ICL surgery is a safe and versatile vision correction procedure, but it's important to check whether a thorough eye exam is performed, if a variety of lenses are available, and if a well-established aftercare system is in place. The outcome can vary depending on the skill and experience of the surgeon, so careful consideration should be given when choosing an eye clinic.
Therefore, when considering ICL surgery, it's advisable to carefully check the above factors rather than focusing solely on the price or promotions.
If you have successfully undergone ICL surgery, it's advisable to reduce your use of digital devices and have regular eye exams to protect your restored vision.
Thank you for reading this long article. This has been Kim Joong-hoon, head director of Gangnam ID Eye Clinic.
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