Introduction

Monofocal lenses are a kind of lens used in cataract surgery. And Cataract surgery is a procedure that entails the removal of the opaque natural lens of the eye. The insertion of an artificial lens to improve vision, Unlike multifocal lenses. Although Monofocal lenses can provide clear vision at multiple distances, they can only correct for a single distance.

Monofocal lenses may require glasses to see clearly at other distances. Monofocal lenses are covered by insurance and can provide significant improvement in vision for those with cataracts. Doctors can help choose the best lens for individual needs.

Cataract surgery restores clear vision in people with cataracts. IOL replaces natural lenses to improve vision.

There are several types of IOLs available, including monofocal lenses, which are a popular choice among cataract patients. Monofocal lenses provide clear vision at a single distance, either near, intermediate or far. In this article, we will explore everything you need along with knowing about all the monofocal lenses available in cataract surgery.

Types of Monofocal Lenses

01.

Fixed-focus Monofocal Lenses:

Fixed-focus monofocal lenses are the most commonly used type of IOLs in cataract surgery. These lenses provide clear vision at a single distance. Furthermore usually distance vision, and require patients to wear glasses for reading or close work. Fixed-focus monofocal lenses are available in various materials, also including acrylic, silicone, and hydrophilic acrylic.

02.

Monovision Monofocal Lenses:

Monovision Monofocal Lenses correct Presbyopia. These lenses are put in to provide clear distance vision in one eye and also clear near vision in the other. Monovision Monofocal Lenses reduce the need such as glasses for post-cataract surgery.

03.

Aspheric Monofocal Lenses:

An Aspheric monofocal lens is shown to provide for better image quality as opposed to traditional spherical lenses. Lens design mimics cornea to improve contrast sensitivity. Aspheric monofocal lenses are ideal for patients who have higher-order aberrations (Specific distortions with the eye's structure).

04.

Toric Monofocal Lenses:

Toric monofocal lens corrects astigmatism. These lenses contain different powers in different meridians and can also help correct astigmatism and improve vision. Toric monofocal lenses are available in various materials (including acrylic and silicone) and are ideal for patients with significant astigmatism.

Monofocal lenses are a common type of intraocular lens (IOL) used in cataract surgery. While the lens provides distance vision, and patients require glasses for close work. Monofocal lenses are a safe and effective option for cataract surgery. However, they do have advantages and disadvantages to consider.

Advantages of Monofocal Lenses:

Safety and Efficacy:

Monofocal lenses are old for decades and also are a deep-rooted option for cataract surgery. They have a high rate of success and also a low complication rate.

Affordable:

Monofocal lenses are a cost-effective option for some patients.

Effortless to Implant:

Monofocal lenses are almost easy to implant with minimal recovery time.

Availability:

Monofocal lenses are available in different materials to meet individual needs.

Advantages of Monofocal Lenses

1. Safety and Efficacy:

Monofocal lenses have been old for decades and are a deep-rooted option for cataract surgery. They have a high rate of success and also a low complication rate.

3. Effortless to Implant:

These are almost easy to implant with minimal recovery time.

2. Affordable:

Affordable IOLs are a surely good option for some patients.

4. Availability:

Unifocal lenses can be customized to meet individual needs.

Disadvantages of Monofocal Lenses

1. Limited Field of Vision:

Monofocal lenses provide clear vision at a single distance. This could later turn out to be inconvenient for a few patients.

3. Monovision Could Be Challenging:

Monovision is a method where one eye is corrected for distance vision while the other is corrected for near vision. And also reducing the need for glasses can take time to adjust.

2. Does Not Cure Presbyopia:

Monofocal lenses do not correct presbyopia, while glasses are required for near vision.

4. Astigmatism Cannot Be Corrected:

Monofocal lenses cannot correct Astigmatism (a condition where the cornea or lens of the eye is not perfectly round). Patients with Astigmatism might need a toric IOL or additional refractive surgery to put right their vision.

To conclude, Monofocal lenses are a safe and efficacious option for cataract surgery. However, they do have a few drawbacks to consider. While they can be a cost-effective option and are easy to implant, they cannot correct Presbyopia or Astigmatism and have a limited field of vision. Patients should consider discussing their individual needs and preferences with their eye doctor to ascertain whether a monofocal lens is their best option.

Some of the best-known mono-focal Iols are:

1) Johnson & Johnson’s IOLS:

a. Tecnis 1 Single Piece ZCB00 is a 6.0 mm biconvex hydrophobic acrylic lens with an anterior aspheric surface. This is one of My personal Favourite as everything about this monofocal lens is about safety, comfort, and ease of doing surgery. These lenses are Hydrophobic in Nature and can be put within a 2.2mm Incision. The front surface results in a negative Spherical Aberration (SA) of 0.27 m and frosted continuous 360 posterior square edge prevents Dysphotopsia and Posterior Capsular Opacification (PCO) available Ranges+5.0 to +34.0 (0.50 Increments) Package price at Vijaya Nethralaya is 50,000Rs (approx USD 608) 49825.6 rs by Expert Surgeon.

b. Sensar 1 Single Piece AAB00: These lenses are spherical lenses. The performance of these lenses is excellent during the day. The Doctor implanting the IOL can utilize the optical properties of this lens and enhance vision by utilizing the optical properties of the cornea. And also these lenses reduce chromatic aberration and produce long-term performance, the SENSAR IOL can help you give patients reliable quality vision. These Lenses are Hydrophobic in nature and can be put within 2.2mm opening. The package price at Vijaya Nethralaya Bangalore is Rs 40,000(approx $486 USD) by a senior surgeon.

c. Sensar 3 Piece AR40E/M/e: These lenses have the same optics as Sensar 1 piece, but the lens is shown up of two materials and this significantly decreases the cost of manufacturing. The Sensar 3 piece is also available in a much wider range than in other Lenses manufactured by Johnson and Johnson. Sensar 3-piece lenses are the safest alternative backup lenses used by surgeons worldwide. Sensar 3-Piece is available from -10.0 to +30.0 Dioptres. This lens can be put in a 2.8 mm Incision. The Cost of Implanting Sensar 3 Piece at Vijaya Nethralaya Superspeciality eye Hospital by an expert Phaco surgeon is Rs 35,000 (Approx USD 426).

d. Tecnis Eyhance IOL ICB00: The TECNIS Eyhance IOL, is a one-piece, lens with an overall diameter of 13.0 mm and an optic diameter of 6.0 mm. It incorporates a spherical posterior surface and a modified aspheric anterior surface that is shown to provide distance vision and a dysphotopsia profile comparable to a standard aspheric monofocal IOL. The lens has a depth of focus, which provides improved intermediate vision compared to a standard aspheric monofocal IOL. Because of this feature, this lens has become one of my personal favorites. The lens also compensates for corneal spherical aberration, similar to the TECNIS monofocal IOL. Powers: +5.0 D to 34.0 D in 0.5 diopter increments. The Cost of Implanting Tecnis Eyhance at Vijaya Nethralaya is Rs 60,000 (Approx USD 730) by an experienced surgeon.

e. Tecnis Toric IOL ZCT 100-800: This lens works on the Tecnis 1 platform. These Lenses help to correct Astigmatism. You can get this lens implanted based on the scans done and your requirement. (Kindly note that Toric Iol Implantation is just One of the ways to correct Astigmatism). If you have astigmatism then its wiser to undergo this implant. The cost of undergoing surgery with this implant is RS 65000 (Approx $791 USD) by an experienced surgeon at Vijaya Nethralaya.

Tecnis Eyhance Toric: DIU150-600: These lenses work on the Tecnis Eyhance platform. These Lenses surely correct Astigmatism. You could get this lens implanted based on the scans done and your requirement. (Kindly note that Toric Iol Implantation is Just One of the ways to correct Astigmatism). If you have astigmatism then it’s wiser to undergo this implant. The cost of undergoing surgery with this implant is RS 75000 (Approx $912 USD) by an experienced surgeon at Vijaya Nethralaya.

2) LENSES by Carl- Zeiss

a. CT Lucia: The CT LUCIA 621P/PY & 221 P is a new generation of aspheric IOL, applied on a monofocal hydrophobic C-loop platform. The patented asphericity concept of the ZEISS CT LUCIA is such that it mitigates against potential decentration issues and confidently delivers a very good visual outcome. The Shape of the IOL is very stable and positions perfectly in the capsular bag. The latest CT LUCIA 621P/PY comes in a new and improved fully preloaded injector system for an easy and intuitive cataract workflow. This lens is Heparin Coated and is excellent, especially in cases of eye inflammation. The Cost of Implanting CT LUCIA at Vijaya Nethralaya is Rs 50,000 (Approx $608 USD) by an experienced Refractive Surgeon.

The sophisticated and patented ZEISS Optic (ZO) Asphericity Concept of the ZEISS CT LUCIA 621P/PY is compensate for a wide range of aberrations resulting from different corneal shapes and lens positions. With its uniquely forgiving design, it delivers good visual outcomes for a broad range of patients and also surgical situations.

b. CT LUCIA 3 Piece 202 Spherical /602 Aspherical. This is the 3 piece variant of the CT Lucia Family of IOL. The monofocal lens cost of Implanting monofocal lens is RS 40000 (Approx $487 USD) by expert.

c. ZEISS CT ASPHINA -hydrophilic- 4-point haptic- aberration-neutral (CT ASPHINA 409), aberration-correcting (CT ASPHINA 509)preloaded (MP version), non-preloaded (M version) RS 40,000 (Approx $487 USD).

d. ZEISS CT SPHERIS: hydrophilic-4-point haptic-spherical-non-preloaded- the cost of implanting this IOL is Rs 40,000 (Approx USD 487).

3)Lenses By ALCON:

a) Acrysof IQ (+6.0 to +30.0 D (0.5 D increments)Aspheric asymmetric biconvex optics, which is originate from Hydrophobic Acrylate/Methacrylate Copolymer model numbers and filters- SN6OWF (Blue Light + UV) and SAGOWF (UV only) Cost of Implanting this is Rs 50,000 (Approx $608 USD).

b) Acrysof IQ toric- AcrySof® IQ Toric Monofocal IOL -+6.0 to +30.0 D (0.5 D increments); +31.0 to +34.0 D (1.0 D increments) RS 65,000 (Approx $791 USD)

c) ACRYSOF® SINGLE PIECE -+6.0 to +30.0 D (0.5 D increments): +31.0 D to +40.0 D (1.0 D increments) RS 40,000 (Approx $487 USD)

d) ACRYSOF® MULTIPIECE

MA60AC (UV only)-+6.0 to +30.0 D (0.5 D increments)

MA50BM (UV only) - +6.0 to +30 0 D (0 5 D increments)

MA60MA (UV only)- -5.0 to +5.0 D (1.0 D increments) 5 degree angulation

Cost of Implanting is RS 40000 (Approx $486 USD)

4) Lenses By Bausch + Lomb:

a) Envista -The Bausch + Lomb legacy of innovation, quality and craftsmanship is easy to see in the unique properties of the enVista® IOL which delivers exceptional rotational stability and high quality vision for a broad range of patients. Rs 60000 (Approx $730 USD).

Glistening-free material with the potential for increased scratch resistance

0 to +10D in 1.0D increments

+10D to +30D in 0.5D increments

+30D to +34D in 1.0D increments

b) Envista Toric MX60ET / MX60PT Which is also available in the following Increments

c) Crystalens® / Trulign - Accommodation Sharp vision at distances that matter Crystalens® is the only FDA approved accommodating lens that provides patients with distance, intermediate, and some near vision without splitting light like a diffractive lens, which can result in positive dysphotopsias (glares, halos, starbursts). Nighttime Vision Clear night time vision Unlike standard presbyopia-correcting lenses that split light or elongate the focal point, Crystalens® AO IOL is an advanced accommodating lens that utilizes one distinct point and changes position and functional power within the capsular bag to deliver clear, crisp vision and minimized starburst and glare.

Available range- +22.5 D to +33 D in 0.5-D steps,+17 D to +22 D in 0.25-D steps and trulign Toric -+4 D to +10 D in 1.0-D steps +10.5 D to +24 D in 0.5-D steps. Crystalens is currently not available in india kindly contact hospital counselling for further information.

d) Akreos® AO provides quality of vision and contrast sensitivity with advanced optics:

Manufactured to have a high degree of flexibility to allow for an incision size as small as 1.8 mm6
Three lengths for excellent fit2 and four-point haptic design for excellent centration and stability
Minimized reflected light through a design using equi-biconvex and low refractive index material Cost of Implantation is 50,000(Approx $608 USD).

e) SofPort® is Bausch and Lombs 3 Peice IOL:

SofPort® AO is neutral to the induction of positive or negative spherical aberrations and does not induce significant high-order aberrations2
SofPort® AO optic is less sensitive to the effects of misalignment or decentration than non-AO lenses.2
Designed with a sharp 360° square posterior edge, a feature that has been shown to result in reduced PCO compared to round-edged IOLs Dioptric Range +0 D to +4 D in 1.0 D steps,+5 D to +30 D in 0.5 D steps, +31 D to +34 D in 1.0 D steps Cost of Implantation is 45000 (Approx USD 547).

5) Lenses From Hoya:

a) Hoya Vivinex -Glistening-free hydrophobic IOL material for enhanced clarity, Proprietary aspheric design to improve image quality5, Active oxygen processing treatment, a smooth surface, and square optic edge to reduce PCO, +6.00 to +30.00 D (in 0.50 D increments) Cost of Implantation 40,000 (Approx $487 USD)

b) Vivinex Toric-+10.00 to +30.00 D (in 0.50 D increments) Rs. 55000(Approx $669 USD)

c) HOYA NANEX- Nanex™ multiSert+™ minimizes the challenges with sub-2.2 mm cataract surgery-The world‘s smallest nozzle size for an open-loop preloaded
hydrophobic IOL system, designed for cataract surgery
as low as 1.8 mm.6.00 to +30.00 D (in 0.50 D increments) RS 50000 (Approx $608 USD).

d) HOYA ez- SERT 255E (UV and blue light filter)and 254-E (UV filter)RS 40000(Approx $487 USD).

e) Hoya I-SERT -iSert® 255 ,iSert® 254, Isert -251, Isert - 250, Isert 151 and Isert 150- all available from +6.00 to +30.00 D (in 0.50 D increment) 35000 (Approx $487 USD).

6) Lenses From RAYNER - Biggest Advantage is the Size of incision:

a) Ray One Hydrophobic (RA0800C)Ultra glistening-free. Ultra smooth. Ultra stable. Using Rayners high performance hydrophilic RayOne system as a foundation, RayOne Hydrophobic has been designed so that surgeons can offer patients excellent visual outcomes whilst still being user friendly in the operating room. RS 60,000 (Approx 730 USD)

b) Rayone Hydrophobic Bluelight Filter: (RA0850B) Unlike some blue light filtering IOLs, RayOne Hydrophobic BLF does not block all blue light, a small amount is still transmitted through the lens to stimulate the natural circadian rhythm for a healthy sleep-wake cycle. RS 61000(Apporx $742 USD)

c) Ray one Hydrophilic Spherical(RA0100C) and Aspherical (RA0600C) --10.0 to +7.0 D (1.0 D increments, inc. plano) +8.0 to +30.0 D (0.5 D increments) +31.0 to +34.0 D (1.0 D increments) 40,000(Approx $487 USD).

d) RayOne EMV -High quality vision-Developed in collaboration with Professor Graham Barrett, RayOne EMV's truly non-diffractive optic utilises positive spherical aberration to uniquely extend vision whilst avoiding the problems that can arise with diffractive lenses. RayOne EMV's range can be further focuson on with a customisable offset for Enhanced Monovision outcomes.Increased range of focus: Up to 1.5 D with an emmetropic target. High quality vision: Truly non-diffractive IOL with monofocal levels of contrast sensitivity, dysphotopsia and high levels of patient satisfaction. Enhanced monovision: Unique positive spherical aberration design provides a smoother transition between distance and near eyes. Now available on the rotationally stable RayOne toric platform.+10.0 D to +30.0 D (0.5 D increments) 70000( Approx $852 USD).

e) Ray One toric-(RA0610T) SE +8.0 D to +30.0 D (0.5 D increments) Cylinder +1.0 D to +6.0 D (0.5 D increments) SE -9.5 D to +34.5 D (0.5 D increments) Cylinder +1.0 D to +11.0 D (0.5 D increments) Availability is subject to power combination 55000(Approx $669 USD).

f) Ray one EMV toric- +0.75 D to +4.5 D, in +0.75 D increments 85000(Approx $1034 USD).

g) SulcoFlex - Standard(IOL700L)- -5.0 D to -0.5 D (0.5 D increments) +0.5 D to + 5.0 D (0.5 D increments) Made to order -10.0 D to -5.5 D (0.5 D increments) +5.5 D to + 10.0 D (0.5 D increments) Sulcoflex price is determined by Power and cost of this procedure varies from 50,000 to 100,000( From $608 USD-$1217 USD).

h) Sulcoflex Toric -(IOL710T) With the Standard range from –5.0 D to +5.0 D and the Premium range extending from –10.0 D to +10.0 D, Sulcoflex Toric IOLs offer an effective option for the resolution of post-operative myopic or hypermetropic refractive surprises.Standard Spherical Equivalent: -3.0 D to +3.0 D (0.5 D sphere increments) Cylinders: +1.0 D, +2.0 D, +3.0 D if Made to order -Spherical Equivalent: -7.0 D to +7.0 D (0.5 D sphere increments) Cylinders: +1.0 D to +6.0 D (0.5 D increments) Cost 75,000 to 110,000( From $912 USD-$1338 USD).

i) T-fex toric -(573T and 673T) Hydrophilic Platform -Loop haptic Design - -10.0 to +30.0 Cylinders- 1.0 to 11.0 in 0.50 Steps. 50000( Approx $608 USD).

7. Lenses By VSY Biotechnologies:

a) Enova Enova® is the first 100% Glistening-Free, thermostable hydrophobic acrylic IOL that does not require pre-hydration and storage in saline solution!

EnovaTM has a full range of diopters from 0.00D - 32.00D, in 0.50D increments. Rs 40000(Approx $487 USD).

b) Acriva Family: AcrivaUD has a full range of diopters from -20.00D to +45.00D, in 0.50D increments. Special production is from -20.00D to 0.0D and from +32.00D to +45.00D in 0.50D increments. 45000(Approx $548 USD).

Best of Both Worlds!

Excellent material combination of 2-Oxiethylmethacrylate and 2-Hydroxymethacrylate monomers creates hydrophobic surface behavior with the advantage of hydrophilic flexibility.

Proven Hydrophobic Surface Behavior

AcrivaUD has similar contact angle measurements similar to pure hydrophobic IOLs. An independent comparative study showed that the hydrophobic surface of AcrivaUD is similar to that of pure hydrophobic competitors.

Benefits of Hydrophobic and Hydrophilic Monomers

No glistening
No calcification
Low inflammatory response
Limited PCO
Easy to fold and
Quickly unfolding in the eye
High biocompatibility

Models available: Modified C (UD 613) - Balanced Modified C (UDB 625) and, Plate Haptic (UDM 611) Photoprotection

BB UD 613, BB UDM 611

ACRIVA toric : AcrivaUD BB T UDM 611

Calculator :- https://easytoriccalculator.com/warning.php

Spheric: From 0.0D to +32.00D (0.50D increments)

Cvlindric: From + 1.00D to + 10.00D (0.50D increments)

8. Lenses by BVI:

BVI has grown to be a highly regarded ophthalmic device manufacturer offering a broad portfolio of products, including monofocal and premium Intraocular Lenses (IOLs).

For more than 30 years we have been leading the way in the design and development of IOLs, striving to offer high performance optical solutions, meeting the strictest requirements, focusing to improve the quality of sight, and therefore, the quality of life.

a) Premium monofocal IOL - ISOPURE (EDOF) is a premium IOL suitable for your cataract patients that is designed to provide functional intermediate vision in all conditions without compromise on quality of vision ‐ with the simplicity of a monofocal IOL.+10D to +30D (0.5D steps) +31D to +35D (1D steps) 65,000(Approx $791 USD)

b) POD EYE- Biconvex Aspheric Monofocal:

Available powers -+10D to +30D (0.5D steps) 0D to +9D & +31D to +35D (1D steps)

c) Micropure: The MICROPURE lens is a monofocal intraocular implant based on proven 4 closed loops platform stability with a reliable hydrophobic acrylic raw material. MICROPURE is also available preloaded in a cartridge, which is clipped to the Single-Use injector 1.2.3 Premium. Available powers -10D to +9D (1D steps) +10D to +30D (0.5D steps) +31D to +35D (1D steps)

d) Monofocal hydrophobic IOL- PODEYE TORIC: PODEYE TORIC is a Monofocal TORIC IOL with excellent platform stability supported with accurate calculation on a reliable hydrophobic glistening free raw material, that cataract surgeons need to treat both cataract and corneal astigmatism. Visit latest online toric calculator with Abulafia-Koch regression formula: https://www.physioltoric.eu/

+6D to +30D (0.5D steps) and Cylinder powers from 1.00 - 1.50 - 2.25 - 3.00 - 3.75 - 4.50 - 5.25 - 6.00D

e) Monofocal hydrophilic IOL- ANKORIS - 26% Hydrophilic Acrylic- +6D to +30D (0.5D steps) cylinder range 1.50 - 2.25 - 3.00 - 3.75 - 4.50 - 5.25 - 6.00.

MONOFOCAL Lenses from INDIA

1. Lenses From APPASAMI Corporation:

a) Supraphob SPNT 300- Hydrophobic IOL made from Biocompatible Premium Acrylic Material-SupraPhob is a new hydrophobic Intraocular lens made of premium quality Biocompatible Acrylic material and fabricated using Nano Resolution High Technology machine with tumble polishing. State of the art Preloaded system of SupraPhob makes the IOL's implantation simpler, faster & safer.he advanced IOL design of SupraPhob yields excellent stability, so that even after the shrinkage of the Capsular Bag, the IOL remains well centered. The advanced 360° Square Edge technology makes SupraPhob PCO free. The UV blocking Chromophores of SupraPhob protects the retina from UV lights. Each SupraPhob IOL is individually tested for high MTF which increases the accuracy & the quality of every IOL to its best.available from 7D to 30D (0.5 Diopter)

b) SupraphobToric is the next generation Toric IOL, made up of premium quality biocompatible Yellow Hydrophobic Acrylic material with the refractive index of 1.49. It is make by Nano Technology Polish Free High Technology Machine. The non-touch preloaded system makes IOL implantation simple. Each curvature on the Toric has an Aspherical Design Markings are put together on the anterior surface corresponding to the flat meridian of the lens. Each marking is set up by the diamond tool at 4.5 mm of the optic for easy viewing and positioning Diopter Range - 7.50D to 31.00D in steps of 0.50 D Additional Cylinder Power +1.50D , +2.25, +3.0, +3.75,+ 4.50,+ 5.25 and +6.00D

c) Supra Phob Infocus : About Supra Phob Infocus

Supraphob Infocus is a New Generation Hydrophobic Foldable IOL. This provides extended depth of focus thereby imparting the intermediate, distance and near vision with minimum incidence of Glare and Halos when compared to Multifocal IOLs. Supraphob Infocus IOL is put togetherof Hydrophobic Acrylic material with Natural Yellow Chromophore to protects from UV and other harmful radiations. Its 360 square edge design prevents PCO

Technology : In Supraphob Infocus IOL the central small aperture refractive element gives an increased depth of focus for near vision and simulate accommodation. Progressive refractive aspheric elements towards the periphery provide clear distance & intermediate vision.

D) Swissphob Swiss Phob is a yellow HD Hydrophobic negative aspheric foldable IOL manufactured by state of art technology machine. With its unique Q value, the lens provides enhanced intermediate vision, also needed near vision without associated Photic Phenomena

Product Video :- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCyqBdMeQ7E

Available RANGE

2. Lenses from Care Group:

a) Acriol: Acriol is put together using our Proprietary Hydrophobic Material made with UV Protection. It is make by Synchronised Cast Molding procedure. Acriol has an innovative design that insures smooth incersion and proper positioning inside the eye and its square edges reduces the incidence of PCO. The material has a Refractive Index of 1.53 which is optimal to prevent reflectivity and Proprietary hydrophobic material eliminates glistening effect. +0.0D to +30.0 Diopter (0.5 D steps).

b) Acriol EC-(AS-6Y): Aberration Neutral | Aspheric Optic | Square Edge | Blue Blocker Yellow | Micro Incision Lens- +0.0 D to +35.0 Diopter (0.5 D steps).

c) Acriol EC Toric: Hydrophobic Acrylic ( Yellow Tinted )+0.0 D to +30.0 D ( in 0.5 D Steps ) (Spherical Equivalent Diopters)cylinders in +1.0 D to +6.00 D ( in 0.5 D Steps).

d) Hydrophilic OCU flex and RYCF: (ANU6 and ANU 6 AS, RYCF and RYCF6) Ocuflex design ensures smooth insertion and proper positioning inside the eye. Non Ionic nature of material ensures less incidence of PCO. The material used is UV block incorporated ensuring adequate UV protection.+0.0D to +40.0 Diopter(0.5D Steps).

e) Micriol Plus: Hydrophilic Acrylic-Aspheric Optic - 360 | Square Edge | Sub 2.0mm Incision | Aberration Neutral- The shape of Micriol Plus is shown to maximize occupation of the capsular bag while adapting to capsular contraction forces thus providing long-lasting refractive results. It also can be put through a sub 2mm incision which results in fast healing and low risk. Range - Contact the Distributor

f) Ultima Plus: Ultima Plus is make using our patented technology. It has biconvex aspheric optics which provide better visual acuity and enhanced contrast. Ultima Plus has an innovative lens design that insures smooth insersion and proper positioning inside the eye and its 360 Square Edge reduces the incidence of PCO. Range - +10.0D to +30.0 Diopter (0.5 D steps)

g) Ultima Plus natural: Hydrophilic Acrylic ( Yellow Tinted) has biconvex aspheric optics which provide better visual acuity and enhanced contrast. It is shown to provide the best contrast sensitivity and improved functional vision. Ultima Plus Natural and a yellow tint help to replicate natural lens color and block harmful high-energy blue light. +10.0 D to +30.0 Diopter (0.5 D steps).

h) Ultima Smart Toric: UST is a completely customized, high-performance, surgeon-friendly, toric IOL. The toric aspheric optic is custom-made according to measurements submitted by the surgeon. The IOL is custom-manufactured based on the patient's refractive error, axial length, capsule bag size and anterior chamber depth. As a result, the surgeon need not have to take on axis marking, rhexis marking and lens alignment as the lens is put along the horizontal axis. The toric optic of the lens is custom-made to the patient and the plate haptic design with anti-rotational pads alongside the customised overall length ensures stability of the IOL within the capsule, resulting in predictable outcomes for each patient.- 10.00 D to +40.00 D ( In 0.5 D Steps ) cylinder range -+0.50 D to 10.00 D ( in 0.5 D Steps )Customized Cylinder Range 11.00 D to 20.00 D ( in 0.5 D Steps )even optics and length can be custom-tailored - optics- 6.0 mm ( Customized Range 5 mm to 6.5 mm ) and Length -11.00 mm ( Customized Range 11 mm to 14 mm (0.25 Steps) ).

i) Magnificent UHD(EDOF)- AS-6A: Ultra High Depth of Focus, Foldable, Single Piece, Negative Asphericity, Synchronised cast molded hydrophobic acrylic IOL- 0.0 D to +40.0 D (0.5 D increment).

3. Lenses by Biotech:

Biotech is actually an International Company with manufacturing in both India and Ireland and Has a global Presence. The Values of the LEnses are Available in most high end Biometry devices and known for quality. Some of their lenses enjoy low cost distribution in india while the imported range is affordable comparted to most premium brands.

a) Eyecryl SERT - Monofocal Hydrophobic Acrylic Aspheric (Natural Yellow) Foldable Intraocular LensA new Advanced Monofocal IOL with Aspheric surface Continuous vision from distance to intermediate, Spectacle independence for Intermediate Vision, An extended range of vision: >1.75 D at spectacle plane with Visual Acuity 0.2 LogMAR or better, Intermediate vision up to 57 cm, MICS (2.2 mm) compatible to reduce SIA, Designed for fast neural adaptation , Minimal glare and haloes . ABBE no. 47 dioptre range - +7.0 D to +30.0 D (with 0.5 D step) customisation range - 0.0 D to +6.5 D and +30.5 D to +40.0 D will be available on customization on case to case basis.

b) EYECRYL TORIC: Hydrophobic Toric Foldable Intraocular Lens (HYF5 to HYF 60) Eyecryl TORIC indicates for the correction of regular corneal astigmatism. Dioptre range +10.0 to +30.0 D ( with 0.5 D steps ) cylinders +1.0, +1.50, +2.25,+3.0, +3.75, +4.50, +5.25, +6.0 toric calculator available at Visit: www.biotechcalculators.com.

C) OPTIFLEX GENESIS/ Genesis COMFORT NY COMFORT NY is a Pre-loaded IOL system. With Monofocal Hydrophobic Aspheric Natural Yellow acrylic foldable single piece posterior chamber intraocular lens. Hydrophobic Acrylic containing Natural Yellow Chromophore

d) Eyecryl Plus Natural HD ASHFY600: Monofocal Hydrophobic Acrylic Foldable Intraocular Lens- Eyecryl Plus Natural HD ASHFY600 Hydrophobic acrylic. IOLs are put into the capsular bag. The posterior chamber of the eye is used to correct aphakia. Negative spherical aberration compensates cornea's positive spherical aberration. Dioptre range +5.0 to +30.0 D (with 0.5 D step)

e) EYECRYL PLUS CLEAR: Monofocal Hydrophilic Acrylic Aspheric Foldable Intraocular Lens- +5.0 D to +30.0 D ( with 0.5 D steps ).

f) EYECRYL PLUS:EYECRYL PLUS Monofocal Hydrophilic Acrylic Foldable Intraocular Lens.

4. Lenses from Freedom Ophthalmic Private Limited:

a) FREEDOM ARC: Freedom ARC is a spherical hydrophobic IOL available in a non-preloaded and preloaded System. 5.00 D to 30.00 D (0.5 Diopter increments)

b) FREEDOM ACE: freedom ACE is an advanced Monofocal IOL with a negative aspheric optic design. It offers many advantages compared to a normal monofocal IOL. (5.00 D to 30.00 D (0.5 Diopter increments)

c) FREEDOM ZEN: Freedom ZEN is equivalent to Freedom ACE with Blue Light Filter.

d) Freedom Toric: Freedom Monofocal TORIC IOL is available in 4 different models (in Clear and Yellow, Preloaded or non-preloaded)

FREEDOM TORIC, Monofocal Toric with Clear Hydrophobic

FREEDOM TORYC, Monofocal Toric with Yellow Hydrophobic

FREEDOM TORIC EdoF, EdOf Toric with Clear Hydrophobic

FREEDOM TORYC EdOf, EdoF Toric with Yellow Hydrophobic

5.00 D to 30.00 D (0.5 Diopter increments) and Cylinder range -1.5,2.25,3.0, 3.75, 4.50, 5.25, 6.0. 6.75,7.50, 8.25, 9.0, 9.75, 10.50, 11.25, 12.0 (Wich can correct upto 8.5D of astigmatism on the Corneal Plane)

5. Lenses by Agasthya Biotechnologies:

a) Trijal Platinum / Superp: (Foldable Hydrophobic aspheric non preloaded/ pre-loaded) 5D to 30.0 D in +0.50 Increase. Due to its Hydrophobic nature, this Lens can be put in a 2.2 mm Incision. The Built quality of this lens appears like a premium imported Lens. The Charge for cataract surgery using this lens at Vijaya nethralaya eye hospital Bangalore is RS 25000. (USD 304).

b) Trijal Yellow -Same as platinum with blue blocking yellow

c) TRijal Soft - these are the most economical of all lenses. The Advantage of these lenses is they can be put in a small incision (2.8-2.mm). The hydrophilic implant requires YAG Capsulotomy within 3 months to 3 years. The cost of surgery at Vijaya Nethralaya ranges from 15,000 to 20,000 RS.

Conclusion:

monofocal lenses are a common and effective option for cataract surgery. While they only correct for one distance, they can still provide significant improvement in vision and treatment covered by insurance. Your doctor can help you decide if a monofocal lens is the best choice for your individual needs and lifestyle. Unlike multifocal lenses, which can provide clear vision at multiple distances, monofocal lenses only correct for one distance. Monofocal lenses require glasses to see clearly at other distances. However, monofocal lens also covered by insurance and can still provide significant improvement in vision for those with cataracts. Doctors can help to choose the best lens for individual needs.

Everything You Need To Know About Monofocal Lenses In Cataract Surgery