Implantable collamer lens (ICL) surgery, commonly Visian ICL, is a popular eye surgery for correcting myopia (shortsightedness) and astigmatism (irregularly shaped cornea). It eliminates dependence on glasses or contact lenses.

1. ICL Soft Lens

A soft lens is just what the name implies. The lens is made from a polymeric material that bends easily. The design is similar to the collagen found in your cornea, so it poses less risk of an adverse reaction.

2. Intraocular Lens 

This type of ICL surgery is specifically designed for patients that don’t meet the criteria for Lasik surgery because of severe nearsightedness. For this type of implant, a surgeon places the lens between the cornea and the iris so that your eyes can focus better.

1. Glaucoma: If the ICL is oversized or isn’t correctly positioned, it can increase pressure in your eye. This can lead to glaucoma.

2. Vision Loss: If you have high eye pressure for too long, you might experience vision loss.

3. Early Cataracts: An ICL can decrease the circulation of fluid in your eye, which increases your risk of cataracts: This might also happen if the ICL isn’t sized properly or causes chronic inflammation.

4. Blurry Vision: Blurry vision is a symptom of cataracts and glaucoma. You might also have other visual problems, like glare or double vision, if the lens isn’t the right size.

5. Cloudy Cornea: Eye surgery, along with age, reduces endothelial cells in your cornea. If the cells decrease too fast, you might develop a cloudy cornea and vision loss.

6. Retinal Detachment: Eye surgery also increases the risk of your retina detaching from its usual position. It’s a rare complication that requires emergency attention.

7. Eye Infection: This is also an uncommon side effect. It can result in permanent vision loss.

8. Additional Surgery: You may need another surgery to remove the lens and correct related issues.