corneal-care

Corneal Ring Implants

Intacs corneal ring segments for keratoconus treatment

Corneal Ring Implants

What is this?

Corneal ring segments (Intacs) are small, crescent-shaped devices implanted in the cornea to treat keratoconus and post-LASIK ectasia.

Benefits

Improves vision in keratoconus
Minimally invasive
Reversible procedure
Can delay need for corneal transplant

How It Works

1

Corneal Mapping: Detailed topography to determine optimal ring size and positioning.

2

Anesthetic Drops: Your eye is numbed for a comfortable procedure.

3

Channel Creation: Precise channels are created in the cornea using a femtosecond laser or manual technique.

4

Ring Insertion: Small semi-circular rings are gently inserted into the channels.

5

Immediate Improvement: The rings reshape your cornea, improving vision and contact lens tolerance.

Practical Information

Duration

20 minutes

Recovery Time

3-7 days for initial healing, 1-3 months for vision stabilization

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