# Intraocular Lens Prices and Types

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**Author:** Kudret Eye İstanbul | **Medical Approval:** Op. Dr. Mehmet Ali Özdil | **Date:** 2026-09-08

> **Summary:** Intraocular lenses are artificial lenses placed inside the eye during surgery, mainly to treat cataracts and to correct refractive errors, reducing the need for glasses or contact lenses. Prices depend on the lens type; at Kudret Eye İstanbul packages are priced per eye and start from £850.

## Quick Facts
- **Operation duration:** About 15-20 minutes per eye
- **Anaesthesia:** Numbing eye drops, no pain during the procedure
- **Hospital stay:** Home the same day; bandage removed the next morning
- **Second eye:** Usually on a separate day, most often the next day (same day if the surgeon considers it suitable)
- **Prices:** From £850 per eye

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## Types of Intraocular Lens
Lenses are grouped as toric (for astigmatism) and standard; standard lenses are monofocal, bifocal or trifocal. The surgeon chooses the lens according to the condition and refractive error.
- **Monofocal:** Single focus, the most widely used in cataract treatment; usually set for distance, so glasses may still be needed for near work.
- **Bifocal (multifocal):** Two focal points for distance and near; often chosen in presbyopia.
- **Trifocal (multifocal):** Three focal points: distance, intermediate (computer) and near (reading, phone, knitting) without glasses or with a low prescription.
- **Toric:** For astigmatism; recommended for significant corneal astigmatism (about 1 dioptre or more), may not be needed when it is low. Available in single-focus, bifocal and trifocal versions.
- **EDOF:** Extended range of focus for clear distance and intermediate vision; reading glasses may still be needed for small print. Used in age-related vision problems and cataract.
- **ICL:** For high myopia, astigmatism or hyperopia when laser surgery is not possible because of high prescription or unsuitable corneal thickness.
- **Phakic lenses:** Permanently correct refractive error; made of Collamer (biocompatible, collagen-containing) or acrylic; for astigmatism, hyperopia or myopia when the cornea is not suitable for LASIK.

## Why Are Intraocular Lenses Used?
- Removing vision problems and refractive errors, improving vision quality
- Correcting astigmatism, myopia and other conditions
- Treating cataracts

## Who Are They Suitable For?
- Applied above all to people over forty; not suitable for everyone.
- The eye's structure must be suitable; dry eye or inflammation is treated before surgery.
- The retina and optic nerve must be healthy for a good result; a disturbed visual axis may limit vision quality.
- **ICL:** Ages eighteen to forty-five, with a stable prescription for a year.
- The final decision is taken jointly by the surgeon and the patient.

## Prices at Kudret Eye İstanbul
Packages include the examination and eye tests, the lens and operation, post-operative check-ups, airport transfers and accommodation.

| Lens type | Lens model | Price (Per Eye) |
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| **Monofocal** | Alcon Clareon | from £850 |
| **Trifocal** | Alcon Clareon PanOptix | from £1,275 |
| **EDOF** | Alcon Clareon Vivity | from £1,425 |
| **ICL** | EVO Visian ICL | from £1,950 |

A toric version for astigmatism is available at a separate price. The exact price is confirmed after the examination.

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## The Treatment Journey

### 1. Before Treatment
- Examination and eye tests; existing dry eye or inflammation is treated first.

### 2. During Treatment
- Eyes numbed with drops; the damaged lens is removed and the new lens placed.
- About 15-20 minutes per eye.

### 3. After Treatment
- The eye is bandaged and the patient goes home the same day; the bandage is removed the next morning at the surgeon's check.
- Use the prescribed medication, follow advice and attend follow-ups on time.