Refractive Lens Surgery. Refractive lens surgery also called clear lens exchange or lens exchange is very similar to cataract removal surgery one of the most commonly performed procedures in the UK according to clinical data. Both types of surgery can make you less dependent on glasses or contact lenses.
A similar type of procedure is used in cataract surgery. Surgery to improve your eyesight is known as refractive surgery or vision correction. Research shows that both are safe and effective.
The refractive lens procedure is in many ways like cataract surgery - which is the most common eye surgery performed worldwide.
This permanent replacement is tailored to correct the patients refractive error and is intended to last a lifetime. Refractive lens exchange RLE replaces your eyes clear natural lens. Refractive Lens surgery is also referred to as lens replacement surgery clear lens extraction or refractive lensectomy. Refractive Lens Exchange RLE also called lens replacement surgery or clear lens extraction may be a better option than laser eye surgery or phakic lens implant for people with presbyopia and high hyperopia farsightedness.