Intacs: Corneal implants to treat keratoconus

Description:
Intacs corneal implants are a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to correct the effects of keratoconus, i.e. the bulging caused by the thinning of the eye’s front surface. In near-sighted patients, Intacs work by flattening the cornea to refocus light rays. This improves vision.

Intacs is an additive procedure that involves the insertion of two tiny, clear crescent-shaped pieces of a plastic polymer into the cornea. Intacs can be replaced by implants of different sizes or they can also be completely removed.

Distinction:
The procedure is minimally invasive and it is reversible. It is a proven and safe treatment.

Suitability:
Intacs is ideal for adults over twenty one years of age, who suffer from keratoconus. The intacs prescription inserts are advised for patients to correct myopia and astigmatism when contact lenses are no longer suitable.

• Simple, 10-minute outpatient procedure
• Marked improvement in vision
• Removable and exchangeable
• Minimally invasive as compared to corneal transplantation
• Delays the progression of keratoconus
• The procedure allows you to undergo a corneal transplant if required, in the future.