💊FDA approves first implanted lens that can be adjusted after cataract surgery to improve vision without eyeglasses in some patients

By FDA, Pharmaceutical

💊FDA approves first implanted lens that can be adjusted after cataract surgery to improve vision without eyeglasses in some patients

For Immediate Release

November 22, 2017

Summary

FDA approved the RxSight Inc. Light Adjustable Lens and Light Delivery Device, which can make small adjustments to the implanted lens after cataract surgery.

Release

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved the RxSight Inc. Light Adjustable Lens and Light Delivery Device, the first medical device system that can make small adjustments to the artificial lens’ power after cataract surgery so that the patient will have better vision when not using glasses.

https://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm586405.htm

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