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The intrastromal corneal ring segments: Intacs.
1The Cornea and Refractive Surgery Service, Department of Ophthalmology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California 94143-0730, USA.
Ophthalmology Clinics of North America
|June 19, 2001
Summary
Intrastromal corneal ring segments (ICRS) are safe and offer advantages like preserving the cornea. FDA approval adds this adjustable, reversible procedure to refractive surgery options.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Corneal Surgery
- Refractive Surgery
Background:
- Intrastromal corneal ring segments (ICRS) represent an evolving technology in refractive surgery.
- Current ICRS designs offer potential benefits over traditional refractive procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the safety and advantages of current intrastromal corneal ring segment technology.
- To highlight the significance of FDA approval for ICRS in refractive surgery.
Main Methods:
- The study focuses on the current design and clinical application of ICRS.
- Analysis of safety, reversibility, adjustability, and central cornea preservation.
Main Results:
- ICRS technology demonstrates a high safety profile in its current iteration.
- Key advantages include preservation of the central cornea, and the procedures reversibility and adjustability.
Conclusions:
- Intrastromal corneal ring segments (ICRS) are a safe and advantageous addition to refractive surgery.
- The FDA approval signifies a unique procedural option for refractive surgeons.