Scharioth Macula Lens (Age-related Macular Degeneration Lens)
What is the Scharioth Macula Lens and in Which Diseases Is It Used?
It is an artificial lens that can significantly improve central vision in patients with reduced vision due to macular degeneration. This newly developed artificial lens is placed inside the eye just like in cataract surgery.
It is used in Yellow Spot Disease (Age-related Macular Degeneration). It can also be used in hereditary retinal diseases such as Stargardt and Best, and yellow spot involvement due to diabetes, macular hole, damage to the visual center due to myopia.
How Does a Scharioth Macula Lens Help Us See?
This artificial lens shifts the image from the damaged parts of the retina to the healthy parts that see it. It also slightly magnifies the image, like a tiny telescope. The fall and enlargement of the image on the healthy retina can increase the central vision of the patients.
How is the surgery performed?
It is the same as in cataract surgery. In this surgery, which is performed without stitches, this special artificial lens is placed instead of the patient's natural lens.
Are Scharioth Macula LensES Suitable for Every Patient?
These special lenses are not suitable for every patient. Before the operation, the retina and visual center should be evaluated very well by the retina specialist with various examinations. Appropriate patients have patient satisfaction.
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