Lens-Based Correction

Question 1

what does RLE stand for

Answer 1

Refractive Lens Exchange (natural lens replaced with IOL)

Question 2

what is Phakic IOL

Answer 2

the natural lens remains intact and the IOL is placed in front of the lens

Question 3

what is Piggyback IOL

Answer 3

a second IOL is placed in the posterior chamber because of undesirable results from surgery

Question 4

what are Toric and Presbyopic IOL

Answer 4

A toric/presbyopic IOL is a lens with different optical power and focal length in two orientations perpendicular to each other.