Every medical procedure, no matter how routine, carries some risk. It’s important you fully understand this. Here are a few potential concerns and how we manage them:

• Infection: The risk of infection in ICL surgery is very low—less than 0.1%. We prevent infections by following strict sterile protocols, using antibiotic drops, and regular post-operative check-ups.
  
  
• Increased Eye Pressure: Rarely, an ICL might slightly increase pressure in your eye. We prevent this by carefully measuring your eye beforehand and closely monitoring pressure after surgery. If this happens, simple eye drops can usually manage the issue effectively.
  
  
• Cataracts: Very rarely, the lens might touch your natural eye lens, potentially increasing cataract risk. However, we significantly reduce this risk through precise measurements and careful lens selection tailored exactly for your eyes. In my experience, this risk is extremely minimal.
  
  
• Glare and Halos: You might experience glare or halos around lights initially after surgery, especially at night. This usually fades naturally within weeks or months. Patients often say, “Initially, night lights seemed brighter, but it improved quickly.”
  
  

I recently had a patient, a young professional from Secunderabad, who asked, “Sir, I’m worried about complications—how safe is this procedure for someone with a very high prescription like mine?” 

After thoroughly examining his eyes and carefully selecting the perfect ICL size and power, he underwent the procedure. At his follow-up, he was delighted, saying, “I never expected to wake up and see clearly without glasses—it feels like a miracle!”

This joy is common among my patients. They appreciate that we’ve carefully managed all potential risks through detailed pre-operative checks and meticulous surgical precision.