Refractive lens exchange (RLE), also known as lens exchange eye surgery, replaces the eye’s natural lens with a premium intraocular lens (IOL) to correct vision issues such as myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, and presbyopia. The procedure is quick, performed under local anesthesia, and takes about 20 minutes per eye, with each eye treated separately.
Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE)
Procedure
Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE)
Refractive lens exchange (RLE) or IOL surgery is a surgical procedure that can change the way you perceive the world. This lens exchange eye surgery replaces your natural lens with an intraocular lens (IOL), liberating you from the need for glasses or contact lenses and allowing you to fully enjoy life.
An Overview: Refractive Lens Exchange
Refractive lens exchange (RLE) is a groundbreaking vision correction procedure offered at CODET Vision Institute. It involves the removal of the eye’s natural lens and its replacement with an intraocular lens (IOL). This IOL is carefully selected to correct common vision issues such as myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, or presbyopia.
As individuals age, their natural lenses may become less flexible and develop conditions like presbyopia or near vision issues. Refractive lens exchange effectively addresses these concerns by replacing the natural lens with the right IOL, resulting in improved vision and, in many cases, reducing or even eliminating the need for glasses or contact lenses.
No matter if you’re nearsighted, farsighted, or experiencing presbyopia, lens replacement can provide a customized solution to fulfill your visual needs. With the selection of the most appropriate intraocular lens, our highly skilled surgeons ensure that your vision is optimized following the surgery.
Premium IOLs Used During RLE
The effectiveness of the surgery is greatly influenced by the choice of intraocular lens (IOL). At CODET, we offer a wide selection of premium IOLs, each designed to target specific vision needs. Your surgeon will work closely with you to determine the IOL that aligns best with your vision goals and lifestyle.
Premium IOLs available at CODET include:
At a Glance:
Refractive Lens Exchange surgery corrects refractive errors by replacing the natural lens with an IOL, leading to enhanced vision.
Benefits and Highlights: Refractive Lens Exchange
- Refractive lens exchange provides immediate vision improvement
- Premium IOLs are selected to optimize visual outcomes
- The quality and efficacy of IOLs have evolved rapidly over the past few years, and RLE now offers effective solutions to a variety of ocular issues
What to Expect From Refractive Lens Exchange
Your CODET RLE experience starts with the education and selection process; we take this step very seriously. Your satisfaction depends on a thorough understanding of your condition, your options, and the expectations of the procedure
Preparing for the procedure
- An initial eye exam, consultation, education, and realistic expectations will be set
- If the refractive lens exchange procedure is the most suitable choice, we will identify the most appropriate IOL for your specific needs
- Pain-free procedure; local anesthesia applied
- Surgery is one eye per day, the second eye two days after the first
- RLE only takes 20 minutes per eye
- Go home the same day; drive as early as the next day
Why CODET for Refractive Lens Exchange and IOL Surgery?
CODET Vision Institute in Tijuana, Mexico, equips our experienced doctors with advanced, proven technology for lens exchange eye surgery, supported by state-of-the-art surgical suites and precision equipment. Our specialists work closely together to ensure that our patients receive the very best world-class care.
Dr. Arturo Chayet and his team’s expertise among world leaders in RLE is second to none.
Astigmatism Correction
- At CODET Vision Institute, we correct astigmatism in refractive lens exchange at no extra cost
- Together, our doctors and patent-pending technology can achieve full astigmatic correction; we are experts in refractive lens exchange and Premium IOL implantation for optimal correction of astigmatism
- We’ve developed proprietary technology that allows our doctors to better track, understand, and optimize refractive lens exchange results
About our Technology and Facilities
One of the keys to successful refractive lens exchange is pairing it with additional state-of-the-art technology:
- Diagnostics: Intraocular lens (IOL) calculations using the Heidelberg Anterion OCT and the Zeiss IOLMaster 700
- Surgical: Your surgeon will use the Ziemer Femto LDV Z8 femtosecond laser on a case-by-case basis as needed, at no extra cost