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Will getting the icl done prevent my cornea from getting thinner and longer? i have a condition that my cornea is getting thin and long, if i get the icl done will this stop my cornea from getting thinner and longer?
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The : The visian icl (implantable collamer lens), created by staar® surgical company, is a phakic intraocular lens (iol) for the treatment of myopia and other refractive errors. It will not affect the progression of corneal disease.
Answered 10/3/2016
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No, : No, the icl acts just like contacts and glasses, gives good vision, but does not treat other problems. You should go see an icl surgeon, bring the topography maps from the other doctor, and really find out what will work for you. If you have a progressive problem, (true keratoconus) vs an abnormal cornea, but one that isn't likely to change, then you will do well with icl!
Answered 10/4/2016
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No! : No! icl does not modify the progression of your condition. It will improve your vision but does not preven the progression.
Answered 10/4/2016
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