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  • Refractive Surgery
  • Lens Technology

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  • Refractive lens exchange (RLE) is increasingly utilized for presbyopic patients.
  • Limitations of keratorefractive surgery have driven a resurgence in RLE.
  • RLE addresses both refractive errors and presbyopia.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advancements in refractive lens exchange.
  • To evaluate new technologies and techniques in RLE.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent studies on refractive lens exchange.
  • Analysis of new multifocal and accommodative lens technologies.
  • Assessment of novel lens extraction and phacoemulsification techniques.

Main Results:

  • New multifocal and accommodative intraocular lenses (IOLs) are expected to increase patient satisfaction.
  • Microincision techniques and advanced phacoemulsification enhance surgical safety.
  • Future RLE procedures may utilize two microincisions with evolving lens technologies.

Conclusions:

  • Meticulous patient selection is crucial for successful RLE.
  • Precise preoperative measurements, intraoperative technique, and postoperative care lead to excellent outcomes.
  • Refractive lens exchange demonstrates high patient acceptance and effectiveness.