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AcrySof® ReSTOR® IOL Patient Selection

Taking the Next Step to a Full Range of Vision.

Enhancing Patient Satisfaction

Finding the right candidate for implantation of the AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL is key in ensuring a successful outcome for your patient. It begins with initial exposure to the practice and continues throughout the pre-operative, operative and post-operative experience.

Patient satisfaction will be based on setting realistic expectations. Not all patients who receive this lens will be free from glasses. However, clinical studies show that nearly 78% of AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL patients reported not wearing glasses following bilateral cataract surgery.1

Medical Considerations

Patient selection must be based on specific medical criteria, including conditions both prior to and during surgery. Before the procedure, determine whether the patient is suitable for it with questions such as:

  • Are the patients' power requirements within the available diopter range of the AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL?
  • What is the likelihood that the surgery will result in high astigmatism?
  • Does the patient have a previously implanted monofocal lens?
  • Is there poor fixation due to a mature cataract and/or ocular pathology, such as macular degeneration or corneal disease?
  • How will eye length affect the outcome?

Implantation may require further consideration of the benefit/risk ratio in the case of certain complications during surgery, such as:

  • Significant vitreous loss
  • Pupil trauma
  • Factors that may impact long-term IOL performance
    • Zonular damage
    • Capsulorhexis tear/rupture
    • Capsular rupture

As with any IOL, consistently accurate outcomes are essential for the overall success of the AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL. To attain this level of confidence, accurate biometry is essential.

Characteristics for Optimal Patient Outcomes

Proper patient selection is based on patient's lifestyle, personality and expectations, as well as ocular health and status. Before implanting the AcrySof® IQ ReSTOR® IOL, several subjective and medical factors should be considered.

Ideal patients for this procedure include those who:

  • No longer wish to wear glasses
  • Have cataracts with or without presbyopia
  • Have 1.0 diopter or less of astigmatism
  • Fit within the available IOL diopter range
  • Qualify for bilateral implantation
  • Have no pre-existing ocular pathology
  • Have had no previous refractive surgery

Patients who are not ideal for this procedure include those with:

  • A hypercritical disposition
  • Unrealistic expectations
  • A desire to continue wearing glasses
  • An occupation requiring night driving
  • A previously implanted monofocal lens
  • Pre-existing ocular pathology
  • Prior refractive surgery

REFERENCES:

  1. Based on clinical study results submitted to FDA (models SA60D3 and MA60D3). Bilateral Cataract Surgery. See package insert.
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