PROVEN RESULTS WITH OPTILASIK® LASER
VISION CORRECTION

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The Truth About Custom LASIK

When It Comes to Custom LASIK, There's More to the Truth Than Meets the Eye

As a surgeon, you're always on the lookout for what's best for your patients and your practice. However, with all of the gimmicks and competing claims out there, it can be hard to get to the truth.

Some LASIK systems claim to offer "true" custom LASIK, but you may start to wonder... What does that phrase even mean? What makes for truly custom LASIK?

The fact of the matter is, the leading LASIK systems all offer a custom, wavefront-based solution for your patients. It's not enough to call yourself "true"–for a LASIK system to be truly custom, it needs to give you, the surgeon, the flexibility to do more.

> Multiple Custom Treatment Options

> Wider Patient Range

> Faster Throughput

OptiLASIK® Laser Vision Correction offers a custom solution for surgeons and patients alike–and the flexibility you need to do more. Powered by the advanced WaveLight® Allegretto Wave® Eye-Q Lasers, OptiLASIK® Laser Vision Correction provides multiple custom treatment options, so you can choose the unique procedure that’s right for your patients:

> Wavefront Optimized® LASIK was developed to consider the unique curvature of the eye, preserving the natural, aspheric shape of the cornea, for less induced spherical aberration.1

> Wavefront-Guided LASIK is designed to provide personalized treatment, with a reduction of higher-order aberrations.2,3

Comprehensive information on all of the leading LASIK systems is readily available on the FDA Web site. If you’d like to get the full details, and see for yourself where the truth leads, we’ve got the source to get you started.

References

  1. Mrochen M, Donitzky C, Wüllner C, Löffler J. Wavefront-optimized ablation profiles: theoretical background. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2004;30:775-785.
  2. US Food and Drug Administration. Summary of safety and effectiveness data for a supplemental premarket approval application. http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/pdf2/P020050S004b.pdf. Accessed February 12, 2009.
  3. Padmanadham P, Mrochen M, Basuthkar S, et al. Wavefront-guided versus wavefront-optimized laser in situ keratomileusis: contralateral comparative study. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2008;34:389-397.

All claims based on clinical study data analysis completed in May 2008 and presented in the CE Technical file. Refer to the Physician’s Directions for Use for more information.

Read the Product Information (Brief Statement of Intended Use)

Product Information

OptiLASIK® Laser Vision Correction

Myopia:
a. Approval of the premarket approval application is for the WaveLight® Allegretto Wave®/Allegretto Wave® Eye-Q Excimer Laser System to perform LASIK treatments in patients 18 years of age or older for the reduction or elimination of myopic refractive errors up to -12.0 diopters (D) of sphere with and without astigmatic refractive errors up to -6.0 D; and in patients with documented evidence of a stable manifest refraction defined as less than or equal to 0.50 D of preoperative spherical equivalent shift over one year prior to surgery.
b. LASIK is an elective procedure with the alternatives including but not limited to eyeglasses, contact lenses, photorefractive keratectomy (PRK), and other refractive surgeries.
c. Approval of the application is based on clinical trials in the United States with 901 eyes treated, of which 813 of 866 eligible eyes were followed for 12 months. Accountability at 3 months was 93.8%, at 6 months was 91.9%, and at 12 months was 93.9%.
d. The studies found that of the 844 eyes eligible for the uncorrected visual acuity (UCVA) analysis of effectiveness at the 3-month stability time point, 98.0% were corrected to 20/40 or better, and 84.4% were corrected to 20/20 or better without spectacles or contact lenses.
e. The clinical trials showed that the following subjective patient adverse events were reported as "moderate to severe" at a level at least 1% higher than baseline of the subjects at 3 months posttreatment: visual fluctuations (12.8% at baseline vs 28.6% at 3 months).
f. Long-term risks of LASIK for myopia with and without astigmatism beyond 12 months have not been studied.
g. Note that the complete name for this ophthalmic laser is "WaveLight® Allegretto Wave®/Allegretto Wave® Eye-Q Excimer Laser System for laser assisted in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) treatments of myopic refractive errors up to -12.0 diopters (D) of sphere with and without astigmatic refractive errors up to -6.0 D at the spectacle plane."

Hyperopia:
a. Approval of the premarket approval application is for the WaveLight® Allegretto Wave®/Allegretto Wave® Eye-Q Excimer Laser System to perform LASIK treatments in patients 18 years of age or older for the reduction or elimination of hyperopic refractive errors up to +6.0 diopters (D) of sphere with and without astigmatic refractive errors up to 5.0 D at the spectacle plane, with a maximum manifest refraction spherical equivalent (MRSE) of +6.0 D; and in patients with documented evidence of a stable manifest refraction defined as less than or equal to 0.50 D of preoperative spherical equivalent shift over one year prior to surgery, exclusive of changes due to unmasking latent hyperopia.
b. LASIK is an elective procedure with the alternatives including but not limited to eyeglasses, contact lenses, photorefractive keratectomy (PRK), and other refractive surgeries.
c. Approval of the application is based on clinical trials in the United States with 290 eyes treated, of which 100 of 290 eligible eyes were followed for 12 months. Accountability at 3 months was 95.2%, at 6 months was 93.9%, and at 12 months was 69.9%.
d. The studies found that of the 212 eyes eligible for the uncorrected visual acuity (UCVA) analysis of effectiveness at the 6-month stability time point, 95.3% were corrected to 20/40 or better, and 67.5% were corrected to 20/20 or better without spectacles or contact lenses.
e. The study showed that the following subjective patient adverse events were reported as "much worse" by at least 1% of the subjects (in order of increasing frequency) at 6 months post final treatment: glare from bright lights (3.0%); night driving glare (4.2%); light sensitivity (4.9%); visual fluctuations (6.1%); and halos (6.4%).
f. Long term risks of LASIK for hyperopia with and without astigmatism beyond 12 months have not been studied.
g. Note that the complete name for this ophthalmic laser is "WaveLight® Allegretto Wave®/Allegretto Wave® Eye-Q Excimer Laser System for laser assisted in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) treatments of hyperopic refractive errors up to +6.0 diopters (D) of sphere with and without astigmatic refractive errors up to 5.0 D with a maximum manifest refraction spherical equivalent (MRSE) of +6.0 D."

Mixed Astigmatism:
a. Approval of the premarket approval application is for the WaveLight® Allegretto Wave®/Allegretto Wave® Eye-Q Excimer Laser System to perform LASIK treatments in patients 21 years of age or older for the reduction or elimination of naturally occurring mixed astigmatism of up to 6.00 D at the spectacle plane; and in patients with documentation of a stable manifest refraction defined as less than or equal to 0.50 D of preoperative spherical equivalent shift over one year prior to surgery.
b. LASIK is an elective procedure with the alternatives including but not limited to eyeglasses, contact lenses, photorefractive keratectomy (PRK), and other refractive surgeries.
c. Approval of the application is based on clinical trials in the United States with 162 eyes treated, of which 111 were eligible to be followed at 6 months. Accountability at 1 month was 99.4%, at 3 months was 96.0%, and at 6 months was 100.0%.
d. The studies found that of the 142 eyes eligible for the uncorrected visual acuity (UCVA) analysis of effectiveness at the 3-month stability time point, 95.8% achieved acuity of 20/40 or better, and 67.6% achieved acuity of 20/20 or better without spectacles or contact lenses.
e. The clinical trials showed that the following subjective patient adverse events were reported as "moderate to severe" at a level at least 1% higher than baseline of the subjects at 3 months post-treatment: sensitivity to light (43.3% at baseline vs 52.9% at 3 months); visual fluctuations (32.1% at baseline vs 43.0% at 3 months); and halos (37.0% at baseline vs 42.3% at 3 months).
f. Long term risks of LASIK for mixed astigmatism beyond 6 months have not been studied.
g. The safety and effectiveness of LASIK surgery has ONLY been established with an optical zone of 6.0 ‐ 7.0 mm and an ablation zone of 9.0 mm.
h. Note that the complete name for this ophthalmic laser is "WaveLight® Allegretto Wave®/Allegretto Wave® Eye-Q Excimer Laser System for laser assisted in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) treatments of naturally occurring mixed astigmatism of up to 6.00 D at the spectacle plane."

Wavefront-Guided Treatment of Myopia:
a. Approval of the premarket approval application is for the WaveLight® Allegretto Wave®/Allegretto Wave® Eye-Q Excimer Laser System used in conjunction with the WaveLight® Analyzer device. The device uses a 6.5 mm optical zone, a 9.0 mm ablation/treatment zone, and is indicated for Wavefront-Guided (WFG) laser assisted insitu keratomileusis (LASIK): 1) for the reduction or elimination of up to -7.00 diopters (D) of spherical equivalent myopia or myopia with astigmatism, with up to -7.00 D of spherical component and up to 3.00 D of astigmatic component at the spectacle plane; 2) in patients who are 18 years of age or older; and 3) in patients with documentation of a stable manifest refraction defined as ≤ 0.50 D of preoperative spherical equivalent shift over one year prior to surgery.
b. LASIK is an elective procedure with the alternatives including but not limited to eyeglasses, contact lenses, photorefractive keratectomy (PRK), traditional LASIK and other refractive surgeries.
c. Approval of the application is based on a randomized clinical trial in the United States with 374 eyes treated; 188 with Wavefront-Guided LASIK (Study Cohort) and 186 with Wavefront Optimized® LASIK (Control Cohort). 178 of the Study Cohort and 180 of the Control Cohort were eligible to be followed at 6 months. In the Study Cohort, accountability at 1 month was 96.8%, at 3 months was 96.8%, and at 6 months was 93.3%. In the Control Cohort, accountability at 1 month was 94.6%, at 3 months was 94.6%, and at 6 months was 92.2%.
d. The studies found that of the 180 eyes eligible for the uncorrected visual acuity (UCVA) analysis of effectiveness at the 6-month stability time point in the Study Cohort, 99.4% were corrected to 20/40 or better, and 93.4% were corrected to 20/20 or better without spectacles or contact lenses. In the Control Cohort, of the 176 eyes eligible for the uncorrected visual acuity (UCVA) analysis of effectiveness at the 6-month stability time point, 99.4% were corrected to 20/40 or better, and 92.8% were corrected to 20/20 or better without spectacles or contact lenses.
e. The clinical trials showed that the following subjective patient adverse events were reported as "moderate to severe" at a level at least 1% higher than baseline of the subjects at 3 months post-treatment in the Study Cohort, light sensitivity (37.2% at baseline vs 47.8% at 3 months) and visual fluctuations (13.8% at baseline vs 20.0% at 3 months). In the Control Cohort, halos (36.6% at baseline vs 45.4% at 3 months) and visual fluctuations (18.3% at baseline vs 21.9% at 3 months).
f. Long term risks of Wavefront-Guided LASIK for myopia with and without astigmatism beyond 6 months have not been studied.
g. Note that the complete name for this ophthalmic laser is "WaveLight® Allegretto Wave®/Allegretto Wave® Eye-Q Excimer Laser System used in conjunction with the WaveLight® Analyzer device. The device uses a 6.5 mm optical zone, a 9.0 mm ablation/treatment zone, and is indicated for Wavefront-Guided (WFG) laser-assisted insitu keratomileusis (LASIK): 1) for the reduction or elimination of up to -7.00 diopters (D) of spherical equivalent myopia or myopia with astigmatism, with up to -7.00 D of spherical component and up to 3.00 D of astigmatic component at the spectacle plane; 2) in patients who are 18 years of age or older; and 3) in patients with documentation of a stable manifest refraction defined as ≤ 0.50 D of preoperative spherical equivalent shift over one year prior to surgery."

The WaveLight® FS200 Laser System

Federal (USA) law restricts this device to sale by, or on the order of, a physician.

As with any surgical procedure, there are risks associated with the use of the WaveLight® FS200 Femtosecond Laser System. Before treating patients with this device, you should carefully review the Procedure Manual, complete the Physician WaveLight® System Certification Course, and discuss the risks associated with this procedure and questions about the procedure with your patients.

Indications: The WaveLight® FS200 Laser System is indicated for use in the creation of a corneal flap in patients undergoing LASIK surgery or other surgery or treatment requiring initial lamellar resection of the cornea; in patients undergoing surgery or other treatment requiring initial lamellar resection of the cornea to create tunnels for placement of corneal ring segments; in the creation of a lamellar cut/resection of the cornea for lamellar keratoplasty; and in the creation of a penetrating cut/incision for penetrating keratoplasty and for corneal harvesting.

The WaveLight® FS200 delivery system is used in conjunction with a sterile disposable Patient Interface, consisting of pre-sterilized suction ring assemblies and pre-sterilized applanation cones, intended for single use.

The WaveLight® FS200 Laser System should only be operated by, or under the direct supervision of, a trained physician with certification in laser safety and in the use of the WaveLight® FS200 Laser.

Contraindications: LASIK treatments are contraindicated in: Pregnant or nursing women; patients with a diagnosed collagen vascular, autoimmune or immunodeficiency disease; and patients who are taking one or both of the following medications: isotretinoin (Accutane® 1), amiodarone hydrochloride (Cordarone® 2).

Flap Contraindications: Lamellar resection for the creation of a corneal flap using the WaveLight® FS200 laser is contraindicated if any of the following conditions exist. Potential contraindications are not limited to those included in this list: corneal edema; corneal lesions; hypotony; glaucoma; existing corneal implant; and keratoconus.

Keratoplasty Contraindications: Penetrating cut/incision (for penetrating keratoplasty) is contraindicated in: any corneal opacity adequately dense to obscure visualization of the iris; descemetocoete with impending corneal rupture; previous corneal incisions that might provide a potential space into which the gas produced by the procedure can escape; and corneal thickness requirements that are beyond the range of the System.

Other Considerations: The following conditions should also be considered: severe corneal thinning; subjects with pre-existing glaucoma; a history of steroid responsive rise in intraocular pressure; preoperative intraocular pressure greater than 21 mmHg in the operative eye; subjects with more than 1000 μm corneal thickness at the 9 mm peripheral zone; active intraocular inflammation; and active ocular infection.

Complications: Possible complications which may result from flap cutting include (potential complications are not limited to those included in this list): corneal edema; corneal pain; epithelial ingrowth; epithelial infection; flap de-centration; incomplete flap creation; flap tearing or incomplete lift-off; free cap; photophobia; corneal inflammation, such as diffuse lamellar keratitis (DLK), corneal infiltrates and iritis; thin- or thick flaps; flap striae; and corneal ectasia (secondary keratoconus).

Warnings: Any treatment with the WaveLight® FS200 is not recommended in patients who have: systemic diseases likely to affect wound healing, such as connective tissue disease, insulin dependent diabetes, severe atopic disease or an immunocompromised status; a history of Herpes simplex or Herpes zoster keratitis; significant dry eye that is unresponsive to treatment; severe allergies; and a history of glaucoma or ocular hypertension.

We recommend discussing the following potential complications of this device with your patients:

Transient Light Sensitivity Syndrome (TLSS): Transient Light Sensitivity Syndrome is characterized by symptoms of mild to severe light sensitivity which manifests between two and six weeks postoperatively. Patients experience no decrease in uncorrected or best spectacle-corrected visual acuity. The incidence of this sensitivity was observed in approximately 1% of patients who undergo flap creation with a femtosecond laser.3 Patients respond to the use of hourly topical steroids such as Pred Forte (Allergan), and most report improvement within one week of treatment.

Peripheral Light Spectrum (PLS): Peripheral Light Spectrum is a temporary phenomenon whereby patients report the perception of a spoke-like spectrum of light in the periphery of their vision. PLS has no clinical examination findings and no effect on visual acuity; however the potential diffractive effects may be bothersome to some patients. Reported in only a small amount of cases, the onset of symptoms occurs during the immediate postoperative period, and typically resolves within three months but may be slightly persistent in rare cases. The visual impact of PLS is clinically inconsequential for the vast majority of patients.

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1 Accutane® is a registered trademark of Hoffmann-La Roche Inc.
2 Cordarone® is a registered trademark of Sanofi.
3 FDA Database Research Results Feb, 05, 2009.

AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL

CAUTION:
Federal (USA) law restricts this device to the sale by or on the order of a physician.

INDICATIONS:
The AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® Posterior Chamber Intraocular Lens (IOL) is intended for primary implantation for the visual correction of aphakia secondary to removal of a cataractous lens in adult patients with and without presbyopia, who desire near, intermediate and distance vision with increased spectacle independence. The lens is intended to be placed in the capsular bag.

WARNING/PRECAUTION:
Careful preoperative evaluation and sound clinical judgment should be used by the surgeon to decide the risk/benefit ratio before implanting a lens in a patient with any of the conditions described in the Directions for Use labeling. Physicians should target emmetropia, and ensure that IOL centration is achieved. Care should be taken to remove viscoelastic from the eye at the close of surgery.

Some patients may experience visual disturbances and/or discomfort due to multifocality, especially under dim light conditions. Clinical studies with the AcrySof® ReSTOR® lens indicated that posterior capsule opacification (PCO), when present, developed earlier into clinically significant PCO. Prior to surgery, physicians should provide prospective patients with a copy of the Patient Information Brochure available from Alcon for this product informing them of possible risks and benefits associated with the AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOLs.

Studies have shown that color vision discrimination is not adversely affected in individuals with the AcrySof® Natural IOL and normal color vision. The effect on vision of the AcrySof® Natural IOL in subjects with hereditary color vision defects and acquired color vision defects secondary to ocular disease (e.g., glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, chronic uveitis, and other retinal or optic nerve diseases) has not been studied. Do not resterilize; do not store over 45° C; use only sterile irrigating solutions such as BSS® or BSS PLUS® Sterile Intraocular Irrigating Solutions.

ATTENTION:
Reference the Directions for Use labeling for a complete listing of indications, warnings and precautions.

Click here to view the AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL Directions For Use (DFU)

AcrySof® IQ Toric IOL

Currently AcrySof® IQ Toric IOL is only available in the United States.

CAUTION:
Federal (USA) law restricts this device to the sale by or on the order of a physician.

INDICATIONS:
AcrySof® IQ Toric posterior chamber intraocular lenses are intended for primary implantation in the capsular bag of the eye for visual correction of aphakia and pre-existing corneal astigmatism secondary to removal of a cataractous lens in adult patients with or without presbyopia, who desire improved uncorrected distance vision, reduction of residual refractive cylinder and increased spectacle independence for distance vision.

WARNING/PRECAUTION:
Careful preoperative evaluation and sound clinical judgment should be used by the surgeon to decide the risk/benefit ratio before implanting a lens in a patient with any of the conditions described in the Directions for Use labeling. Toric IOLs should not be implanted if the posterior capsule is ruptured, if the zonules are damaged, or if a primary posterior capsulotomy is planned. Rotation can reduce astigmatic correction; if necessary lens repositioning should occur as early as possible prior to lens encapsulation. All viscoelastics should be removed from both the anterior and posterior sides of the lens; residual viscoelastics may allow the lens to rotate.

Optical theory suggest, that, high astigmatic patients (i.e. > 2.5 D) may experience spatial distortions. Possible toric IOL related factors may include residual cylindrical error or axis misalignments. Prior to surgery, physicians should provide prospective patients with a copy of the Patient Information Brochure available from Alcon for this product informing them of possible risks and benefits associated with the AcrySof® IQ Toric Cylinder Power IOLs.

Studies have shown that color vision discrimination is not adversely affected in individuals with the AcrySof® Natural IOL and normal color vision. The effect on vision of the AcrySof® Natural IOL in subjects with hereditary color vision defects and acquired color vision defects secondary to ocular disease (e.g., glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, chronic uveitis, and other retinal or optic nerve diseases) has not been studied. Do not resterilize; do not store over 45° C; use only sterile irrigating solutions such as BSS® or BSS PLUS® Sterile Intraocular Irrigating Solutions.

ATTENTION:
Reference the Directions for Use labeling for a complete listing of indications, warnings and precautions.

Click here to view the AcrySof® IQ Toric IOL Directions For Use (DFU)
Click here to view the AcrySof® IQ Toric High Cylinder Power Directions For Use (DFU)

AcrySof® IQ Aspheric IOL

Not available in the United States. International Only.

The information and materials within these sections do not pertain to the US market. Not all products are approved in every market, and approved labeling and instructions may vary by local country.

CAUTION:
Federal (USA) law restricts this device to the sale by or on the order of a physician.

INDICATIONS:
The AcrySof® IQ posterior chamber intraocular lens is intended for the replacement of the human lens to achieve visual correction of aphakia in adult patients following cataract surgery. This lens is intended for placement in the capsular bag.

WARNING/PRECAUTION:
Careful preoperative evaluation and sound clinical judgment should be used by the surgeon to decide the risk/benefit ratio before implanting a lens in a patient with any of the conditions described in the Directions for Use labeling. Caution should be used prior to lens encapsulation to avoid lens decentrations or dislocations.

Studies have shown that color vision discrimination is not adversely affected in individuals with the AcrySof® Natural IOL and normal color vision. The effect on vision of the AcrySof® Natural IOL in subjects with hereditary color vision defects and acquired color vision defects secondary to ocular disease (e.g., glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, chronic uveitis, and other retinal or optic nerve diseases) has not been studied. Do not resterilize; do not store over 45° C; use only sterile irrigating solutions such as BSS® or BSS PLUS® Sterile Intraocular Irrigating Solutions.

ATTENTION:
Reference the Directions for Use labeling for a complete listing of indications, warnings and precautions.

Click here to view the AcrySof® IQ IOL Directions For Use (DFU).

AcrySert® C Delivery System

CAUTION: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.

INDICATIONS: AcrySof® IQ IOL (SN60WF) Posterior Chamber Intraocular Lenses are indicated for the replacement of the human lens to achieve visual correction of aphakia in adult patients following cataract surgery. These lenses are intended for placement in the capsular bag.

WARNINGS: Careful preoperative evaluation and sound clinical judgment should be used by the surgeon to decide the risk/benefit ratio before implanting a lens in a patient with any of the conditions described in the Directions for Use labeling. Some adverse reactions that have been associated with the implantation of intraocular lenses are: hypopyon, intraocular infection, acute corneal decompensation and secondary surgical intervention. Caution should be used prior to lens encapsulation to avoid lens decentrations or dislocations.

PRECAUTIONS: Studies have shown that color vision discrimination is not adversely affected in individuals with the AcrySof® IQ Natural IOL and normal color vision. The effect on vision of the AcrySof® IQ Natural IOL in subjects with hereditary color vision defects and acquired color vision defects secondary to ocular disease (e.g., glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, chronic uveitis, and other retinal or optic nerve disease) has not been studied. Do not resterilize; do not store over 45°C; use only sterile irrigating solutions such as BSS® or BSS PLUS® Sterile Intraocular Irrigating Solutions.

ATTENTION: Reference the Physician Labeling/Directions for Use for a complete listing of indications, warnings and precautions. The long-term effects of filtering blue light and the clinical efficacy of that filtering on the retina have not been conclusively established.

INFINITI® Vision System

Please refer to Product Labeling information for the INFINITI® Vision System.

LenSx® Laser

Indication:
The LenSx® Laser is indicated for use in patients undergoing cataract surgery for removal of the crystalline lens. Intended uses in cataract surgery include anterior capsulotomy, phacofragmentation, and the creation of single plane and multi-plane arc cuts/incisions in the cornea, each of which may be performed either individually or consecutively during the same procedure.

Caution:
United States Federal Law restricts this device to sale and use by or on the order of a physician or licensed eye care practitioner. United States Federal Law restricts the use of this device to practitioners who have been trained in the operation of this device.

Restrictions:
  • Patients must be able to lie flat and motionless in a supine position.
  • Patient must be able to understand and give an informed consent.
  • Patients must be able to tolerate local or topical anesthesia.
  • Patients with elevated IOP should use topical steroids only under close medical supervision.
Contraindications:
  • Corneal disease that precludes applanation of the cornea or transmission of laser light at 1030 nm wavelength
  • Descemetocele with impending corneal rupture
  • Presence of blood or other material in the anterior chamber
  • Poorly dilating pupil, such that the iris is not peripheral to the intended diameter for the capsulotomy
  • Conditions which would cause inadequate clearance between the intended capsulotomy depth and the endothelium (applicable to capsulotomy only)
  • Previous corneal incisions that might provide a potential space into which the gas produced by the procedure can escape
  • Corneal thickness requirements that are beyond the range of the system
  • Corneal opacity that would interfere with the laser beam
  • Hypotony, glaucoma, or the presence of a corneal implant
  • Residual, recurrent, active ocular or eyelid disease, including any corneal abnormality (for example, recurrent corneal erosion, severe basement membrane disease)
  • This device is not intended for use in pediatric surgery
  • A history of lens with zonular instability.
  • Any contraindication to cataract or keratoplasty surgery.

Attention:
Reference the Directions for Use labeling for a complete listing of indications, warnings and precautions.

Warnings:
The LenSx® Laser System should only be operated by a physician trained in its use.

The LenSx® Laser delivery system employs one sterile disposable LenSx® Laser Patient Interface consisting of an applanation lens and suction ring. The Patient Interface is intended for single use only. The disposables used in conjunction with ALCON® instrument products constitute a complete surgical system. Use of disposables other than those manufactured by Alcon may affect system performance and create potential hazards.

The physician should base patient selection criteria on professional experience, published literature, and educational courses. Adult patients should be scheduled to undergo cataract extraction.

Precautions:
  • Do not use cell phones or pagers of any kind in the same room as the LenSx® Laser.
  • Discard used Patient Interfaces as medical waste.
AEs/Complications:
  • Capsulotomy, phacofragmentation, or cut or incision decentration
  • Incomplete or interrupted capsulotomy, fragmentation, or corneal incision procedure
  • Capsular tear
  • Corneal abrasion or defect
  • Pain
  • Infection
  • Bleeding
  • Damage to intraocular structures
  • Anterior chamber fluid leakage, anterior chamber collapse
  • Elevated pressure to the eye