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Intraocular Lens

Description:

An intraocular lens (IOL) is a synthetic lens that is surgically implanted into the eye to replace the natural lens. It is primarily used to treat cataracts and can also correct vision refractive errors.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Medical):

In the field of medicine, an intraocular lens refers to a lens inserted into the eye during cataract surgery to restore vision.

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Sense 2 (Optical):

In the field of optics, an intraocular lens refers to a lens used to correct refractive errors inside the eye.

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Sample Sentences:

1. After a successful cataract surgery, an intraocular lens replaced the cloudy natural lens in her eye.
2. The ophthalmologist recommended an intraocular lens implant to improve his visual acuity.
3. She opted for a multifocal intraocular lens to address her presbyopia and near vision problems.
4. Using an intraocular lens, his astigmatism was corrected, resulting in sharper vision.