ICL Surgery — A Spectacle-Free Life After 22 Years

KENIA EYE HOSPITAL
ICL & Refractive Services | Ophthalmology | Mumbai

PATIENT PROFILE

THE PROBLEM

Condition

The patient had lived with very high myopia for 22 years, requiring spectacles of approximately -22 D power. Lenses of this strength are thick and heavy, and long-term dependence on them can be both physically uncomfortable and limiting in daily life. After extensive personal research into surgical options for very high refractive errors, the patient decided to pursue ICL surgery.

Emotional & Psychological Impact

Having worn such heavy corrective lenses for over two decades, the patient described the prospect of a spectacle-free life as transformative. He was thorough in researching the procedure before choosing where to have it done, reflecting how significant a decision this was after 22 years of dependence on glasses. The outcome was, in his own words, a life-changing experience waking up the next morning and being unable to find his spectacles simply because he no longer needed them.

CONSULTATION & TREATMENT PLAN

What Was Assessed During the Consultation?

• Detailed refractive assessment confirming very high myopia (approximately -22 D)
• Evaluation of suitability for Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) surgery, given the degree of refractive error
• Discussion of the procedure, expected outcomes, and post-operative protective eyewear

Why This Approach Was Chosen

Very high degrees of myopia, such as this patient's approximately -22 D power, are often better suited to ICL Vision Correction than laser-based procedures, since an implantable lens can correct a wider range of refractive error while preserving corneal tissue. Following his own research and consultation with the team at Eye Hospital in Mumbai, the patient opted for ICL surgery under the care of Dr. Vaishal Kenia and team.

• ICL surgery selected as the appropriate option for very high myopia
• Procedure planned to minimise disruption, given the patient's history of heavy spectacle dependence

PROCEDURE DETAILS

Step-by-Step Overview

• Pre-operative assessment and confirmation of ICL suitability completed
• ICL surgery performed by Dr. Vaishal Kenia and team
• Patient monitored immediately after surgery and found to be pain-free and comfortable
• Protective eyewear provided for use following the procedure

POST-OPERATIVE RESULTS

Within half an hour of completing his ICL surgery, the patient was able to stand, speak, and share his experience without any spectacles for the first time in 22 years. He described the entire experience as smooth and completely pain-free. The following morning, he found himself instinctively looking for his glasses out of habit, only to realise he no longer needed them, calling the outcome a life-changing experience.

OUTCOMES AT A GLANCE

PATIENT FEEDBACK

“I generally used to wear specs of minus 22, which are quite heavy in terms of weight. I decided to go for ICL surgery and I searched a lot about it, and finally I came down to Kenia Eye Hospital. After 22 years, today is the day I am living a specs-free life. The whole experience was smooth, the whole surgery was pain-free, there was no pain. I am standing in front of you right now, I had my surgery half an hour back, and I am living a specs-free life. I wish all the best to Dr. Vaishal and his team, they are doing a wonderful job, and I am happy to recommend all of you to come to Kenia Eye Hospital and get a wonderful life after the surgery.”

POST-PROCEDURE CARE & RECOVERY

Instructions Given to Patient

• Wear the protective eyewear provided as advised following surgery
• Attend scheduled post-operative follow-up reviews
• Avoid rubbing or pressing on the eyes during the initial healing period
• Report any unusual discomfort or change in vision promptly

Recovery Timeline