Risks with INTACS


Complications with intracorneal rings are rare, but include the following:

  • Under correction
  • Over correction
  • Induced astigmatism
  • Infection
  • Fluctuating distance vision
  • Glare/haloes
  • Blurry vision, double vision, corneal blood vessels
  • Extrusion of the insert
  • Minimal scarring can occur in the area of the rings
  • Reduction in central corneal sensation
  • Difficulty with night vision
  • Anterior chamber perforation during surgery

If you are concerned about these risks, speak with your eye surgeon/ophthalmologist who will help you weight out the risks and benefits of INTACS.

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