Refractive lens exchange with the Array multifocal intraocular lens

PURPOSE: To study the safety and efficacy of refractive lens exchange as a refractive surgery modality in the presbyopic population. SETTING: Oregon Eye Institute, Eugene, Oregon, USA. METHODS: This retrospective review of patient charts included patient selection, preoperative evaluation, management of astigmatism, surgical technique, postoperative visual outcome, and complications. The study included 68 eyes comprising 32 bilateral and 4 unilateral refractive lens exchanges. RESULTS: All patients having bilateral refractive lens exchange achieved an uncorrected binocular visual acuity of 20/40 and J5 or better 1 to 3 months postoperatively. More than 90% achieved an uncorrected binocular visual acuity of 20/30 and J4 and nearly 60%, of 20/25 and J3. CONCLUSION: Refractive lens exchange was a safe and effective refractive surgery modality in presbyopic patients.