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What is clear lens extraction surgery?
Clear lens extraction (CLE), also known as refractive lens exchange (RLE) or lens replacement surgery is a type of vision correction surgery. It is used to treat short-sightedness (myopia) and long-sightedness (hyperopia) and is designed to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses. It is most commonly used by people over 45 years of age.
What happens during clear lens extraction surgery?
During clear lens replacement surgery, the eye’s natural lens is removed and replaced with a man-made intraocular lens, to change the focusing power of the eye. It is essentially the same surgical procedure as cataract surgery, which is carried out on millions of people each year. But in clear lens extraction, the eye’s natural lens is not clouded. State-of-the-art ultrasound instruments are used to measure your eye for the correct lens power, taking your lifestyle and activities into consideration. These custom measurements are entered into sophisticated formulae to calculate your personal implant power.
The benefits of clear lens extraction surgery are that:
Lens replacement surgery usually takes about 15 minutes and is performed on an outpatient basis.
Midland Eye is a specialist eye clinic led by the UK’s leading ophthalmology consultant doctors. As a world-class centre of excellence for eye surgery, we focus entirely on the treatment and care of patients with a wide range of eye problems, from common complaints to rare conditions that require treatment not available elsewhere in the UK. Our ophthalmic surgeons are renowned throughout the UK and worldwide for their expertise, knowledge and experience.
We offer an all-inclusive self-pay package for clear lens extraction surgery starting from £3350 (terms and conditions apply). For more information and eligibility criteria, speak to one of our self-pay advisors by calling 0121 667 7894.
Midland Eye offers affordable, competitive self-pay packages so you know exactly what to expect.
An inclusive package for a Clear lens extraction with premium intraocular lens - per eye is available from
Price subject to availability and eligibility criteria. All inclusive prices only available with select consultants. Please check at time of booking.
All-inclusive price does not include the initial consultation. Please see terms and conditions for more information.
Midland Eye offers affordable, competitive self-pay packages so you know exactly what to expect.
An inclusive package for a Clear lens extraction with premium intraocular lens - per eye is available from
Price subject to availability and eligibility criteria. All inclusive prices only available with select consultants. Please check at time of booking.
All-inclusive price does not include the initial consultation. Please see terms and conditions for more information.
You can spread the cost of your treatment rather than paying for everything up-front by applying for our finance options. More information can be found here. *Terms and conditions apply.
We know everyone is different, so your treatment plan will be individually tailored to you and designed to suit your specific healthcare needs and lifestyle
All pre-operative assessments and any tests or scans undertaken while you are at Parkside Hospital for the procedure will be covered - so no hidden costs or fees
All inpatient treatment costs as part of your procedure are included. This includes consultant, hospital, nursing, imaging and physiotherapy fees as applicable
Our expert care doesn't end when your procedure does. All aftercare including medication for up to 7 days and one follow-up appointment post-surgery is included in your package
If you would like to book an appointment call our Appointments Team on 0121 667 5960 or email info@midlandeye.com
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