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Symfony Extended Depth of Focus IOL: a Review of Reported Data

  • Refractive Surgery: From Laser to Intraocular Lenses (C Starr, Section Editor)
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Abstract

Purpose of Review

The purpose of this review is to explore the visual and refractive outcomes, incidence of photic phenomena, contrast sensitivity, and patient satisfaction outcomes of Tecnis Symfony extended depth of focus (EDOF) IOL from the peer-reviewed literature, conference presentations, and personal experience.

Recent Findings

This presbyopia-correcting EDOF IOL has a unique optical design providing an elongated area of focus which aims to enhance intermediate and near vision, while providing good contrast sensitivity and low rates of photic phenomena. Clinical defocus curves show a 1.0 D increased depth of focus compared to a monofocal lens and maintenance of 20/25 or better visual acuity throughout 1.5 D of defocus.

Summary

The available data suggest that Tecnis Symfony EDOF IOL is a promising option for patients seeking a functional range vision with minimal compromise in quality of vision.

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    Ron Baldassare

  2. Iris Advanced Eye Centre, Chandigarh, India

    Raman Bedi

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Baldassare, R., Bedi, R. Symfony Extended Depth of Focus IOL: a Review of Reported Data. Curr Ophthalmol Rep 5, 225–231 (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40135-017-0143-2

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