RLE
Non LASER REFRACTIVE TREATMENTS
What is Refractive Lens Exchange?
Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) is a surgical procedure where the natural crystalline lens is removed and replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL).
The procedure for refractive lens exchange is basically identical to Cataract surgery, the only difference is that in RLE, the lens being replaced is not cloudy (when you have cataract) but still quite clear.
With an RLE procedure, a patient’s cornea remains intact. Instead of removing tissue from the cornea, a patient’s natural crystalline lens, which sits behind the colored part of the eye known as the iris, is removed and replaced with an IOL.
How Does It Work?
Step 1: Micro Incision
A micro incision of 3mm is made on the cornea. An ultrasonic tip is inserted through the micro incision to softenthe natural crystalline lens.
Step 2: Crystalline Lens Removal
Once the natural crystalline lens has been completely removed, the artificial lens is inserted gently to restore vision.
Step 3: IOL Lens Insertion
The artificial intraocular lens is in place and vision is restored. Because of the micro incision, there is no need for stitches to seal the opening.
Advantages of Refractive Lens Exchange
Restores Vision Clarity
Fast Vision Recovery
