Cataract and PRELEX Technology

CATARACT and PRELEX treatment

Biometry using the IOLMaster
This high-precision instrument is used for all procedures involving the replacement of the natural lens with a lens implant (eg. Cataract and PRELEX). Like glasses or contact lenses, intra-ocular lenses (IOLs) come in different powers and sizes to compensate for each individual’s different needs. To obtain the best visual outcomes precise measurements must be taken to determine which IOL to implant. The IOLMaster which measures the length of the eye using infrared interferometry is regarded as the ‘gold standard’ machine for biometry, having revolutionized all previous techniques.

As there is no physical contact with the eye, this procedure is risk-free, quick, and involves no discomfort. Three instruments integrated into one measure, axis length, corneal radii and the anterior-chamber depth of the eye. Previously ultrasound was used to obtain these measurements which took longer and involved the use of an anaesthetic.

Foldable lens technology
New advances in lens technology allow us to implant lenses via an incision less than 3.5mm. The lens implant (IOL) sits in the ‘bag’ that previously held your natural lens and is held in place by flexible ‘arms’ called haptics. At Grange Eye Consultants we keep up-to-date with the latest advances in lens development to ensure we are able to offer you the highest quality lens, after all it will remain with you for the rest of your life! We use several types of lens implant and choose the most appropriate one for your eyes.

Foldable monofocal IOL