What are keratoconus intacs?

keratoconus intacs® are small, clean, plastic implants of medical degree, which are inserted into the cornea of ​​the patient with keratoconus to transform the cornea and improve vision. Keratoconus is an eye failure where the cornea is placed and is distorted instead of a normal gradual curve. Inserting keratoconus intacs® is a minor surgery that is performed on an outpatient basis. Once in place, the implants transform some irregularities of the cornea by flattening the abnormal bulge. The vision usually improves through the procedure, but many patients still need corrective lenses. The same plastic of the medical class is used to produce cataract lenses and there are very few reported cases of irritation or reactions caused by material. They are shaped as a small, extremely thin semicircle. They are used in pairs that form the shape of the ring. Keratoconus intacs® have been approved for the treatment of these patients by US food and drug management as a way to improve seeand possibly to postpone or prevent the need for corneal transplantation. The insertion process is less surgical treatment and is usually performed in the office of an experienced surgeon.

Before starting the procedure, the patient is usually given local anesthesia in the form of eye drops together with oral sedative if necessary. The eye is held open with the clamp and a small cut is made in the cornea. The opening is made between the cornea layers near the edge and the keratoconus intacs® is inserted into the corneal structure with one on each side of Irja. The recovery time is relatively short and some patients immediately report an improved vision.

Keratoconus intacs® works by changing the shape of the cornea and flattening abnormality in the shape of a cone from the inside. They do this by gently pushing out the sides where they are located, which reduces the upper part of the curvature and creates a flattened effect. Are available in different thicknesses, while thicker rings provide moreE SPENSION EFFECT. They are removable and can be replaced if the patient's needs change. Keratoconus patients usually need glasses or contact lenses after inserting keratoconus intacs®, but experience a certain improvement in vision.