Phakic intraocular lenses are currently under investigation for correction of refractive errors.
In these procedures, a lens would be placed inside the eye. Numerous attempts have been made to perfect such lenses in the past; however, previous lenses used in phakic implantations have been associated with corneal endothelial damage and decompensation of the cornea, iris abnormalities, induction of glaucoma, and cataract.
Continuing efforts may lead to lenses that are safer and prove, with long-term study, to have high efficacy in the correction of nearsightedness and farsightedness.
Currently, the procedure is still considered experimental and is awaiting approval by the Food & Drug Administration.
For a complimentary consultation, please call the Refractive Surgery Center at 206-598-2020.