ICL (Intraocular Lens Implantation) is a high-precision surgery that uses a lens called Visian ICL, which is implanted in the posterior chamber of the eye of patients with high myopia. The advantage of ICL is that no tissue is removed, but an IOL is implanted into the eye through a tiny incision to correct vision, making up for the inability of excimer laser surgery to effectively correct hyperopic myopia. ICL implantation can be performed on a wide range of patients with 200-2500 degrees of myopia or 200-1000 degrees of hyperopia, as long as they are 20 years of age or older, have a stable refractive status, and meet the surgical requirements through preoperative examination. ICL surgery is available to all patients who are 20 years of age or older, have a stable refractive status, and meet the conditions for surgery through preoperative examination. I. What are the characteristics of ICL surgery? 1. ICL is light and soft Because ICL is very light and soft, it can be folded to a small size and implanted into the eye through a tiny incision in the cornea, the whole process only takes a few seconds and is painless. The ICL material is close to the natural crystal shape of human beings and is easily accepted by the human body. 2,?ICL does not affect the appearance The role of ICL is similar to that of a corneal contact lens (contact lens). The difference is that ICL is implanted into the eye, while corneal contact lens is on the surface of the eye, and ICL is not visible from the outside. The only change that would indicate that you have an implanted lens is an improvement in vision. Once implanted in the eye, neither the crystal can be seen nor felt. 3. ICL can be removed The crystal can be permanently placed in the eye. However, it can be removed when necessary. The crystal will not cause any structural changes in the eye or cornea. 4.The correction range of ICL exceeds that of laser surgery If your refractive error is high, or if you are not suitable for corneal excimer laser surgery because of thin cornea, dry eye and large pupil, ICL is the best choice for you. 5.ICL can correct both vision problems at the same time ICL can correct myopia and astigmatism at the same time, each crystal is “tailor-made” for your eyes. 6. ICL has high patient satisfaction ICL can achieve better visual quality, less glare, and is a highly accurate and predictable treatment method with high patient satisfaction. Second, what is the difference between ICL and LASIK? The main difference between ICL and LASIK is that Lasik involves cutting and ablating part of the eye tissue, and it is irreversible. lasik requires a large superficial cut in the cornea to create a flap, and then a laser to reshape the corneal tissue. ICL implantation leaves healthy corneal tissue intact, and the ICL can be removed, a feature that makes it ICL is flexible enough to meet your future vision correction needs, meaning that even if your vision changes drastically after surgery, the ICL can be removed and replaced whenever you need it with minimal discomfort. All are good, it depends on the individual eye which one is suitable and which one you prefer. What is the application record of ICL? ICL has been extensively researched and improved before it was marketed. Now, more than 60,000 patients worldwide have received Visian ICL implants. In FDA clinical trials, more than 99% of patients were satisfied with the results of the procedure, and Visian ICL has a track record of consistent clinical outcomes and consistently excellent results. What is the surgical procedure required to implant an ICL? ICL implantation is a very simple and painless procedure. If you are a candidate for ICL implantation, your surgeon will apply a laser to make a small hole in the iris (the colored area between the lens and the anterior chamber) of your eye before the procedure. This will ensure that the atrial fluid flows through the area and prevent an increase in intraocular pressure after treatment. The implantation procedure itself takes about 15 minutes and can be performed on an outpatient basis, but you will need to arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure. You may experience slight discomfort during the ICL implantation procedure. The procedure can be performed under surface or local anesthesia, and some weak sedation may be applied. After surgery, you will need some eye drops or oral medication as prescribed by your doctor. The day after surgery, you will need to see your doctor for a follow-up examination. You will also need to have a review at 1 month and 6 months after surgery.