Rezoom Lens

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Rezoom Lens

Question:

I have been diagnosed with cataracts. My ophthalmologist has recommended surgery and lens replacement. I would like to know if the Resume lens will be more effective than an intraocular lens? I currently wear bifocals.

Answer:

The exact name is "Rezoom." It is an intraocular lens. It is also multifocal. That means it has a few different curves that can return your vision somewhat closer to what you had before you wore glasses.

According to the manufacturer, a high percentage of people who receive this lens claim they don't need glasses to read or see objects at a distance. This does not mean that their vision is as sharp as it would be if they had a conventional monofocal implant and used reading glasses. It just means that they can "get along" without glasses.

The choice depends upon your expectation. If you want perfectly sharp vision for distance and close up, it is unlikely that this lens will do that. However, if you are willing to put up with a little blur, and with OK (but not great) vision at close range and at a distance, and you do not want to wear glasses, then this lens is a good option.

Don Bienfang, M.D, is an assistant professor of ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School and the Senior Surgeon in the Department of Surgery and Chief of Neuro-Ophthalmology in the Department of Neurology at Brigham and Women's Hospital.

Last updated:	July 20, 2009