IPCL Surgery In Delhi

IPCL (Implantable Phakic Contact Lens) is a lens implanted inside the eye between the iris and the natural crystalline lens — no corneal tissue is removed. LASIK uses a laser to permanently reshape the cornea. IPCL is reversible; LASIK is not. IPCL corrects powers up to –30D; LASIK is limited to around –10D. IPCL is ideal for patients with high prescriptions, thin corneas, or those who want a reversible, cornea-sparing option.

IPCL (Implantable Phakic Contact Lens) is manufactured by Care Group, Vadodara, India. ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) is manufactured by STAAR Surgical, Switzerland. Both are posterior chamber phakic IOLs with comparable clinical outcomes. IPCL corrects up to –30D (ICL up to –20D). IPCL is significantly more cost-effective being Indian-made. A 2024 peer-reviewed clinical study confirmed comparable visual and corneal safety outcomes between IPCL V2.0 and ICL V4c. At Netram, we offer both — Dr. Anchal will guide you to the best option for your eyes and budget.

Very possibly, yes. Many patients unsuitable for LASIK — due to high myopia, thin corneas, or high astigmatism — are excellent candidates for IPCL. Key requirements are adequate anterior chamber depth (ACD ≥ 2.8 mm), adequate endothelial cell count (≥ 2000 cells/mm²), stable prescription, and age 21–45. A free consultation at our Greater Kailash II centre will tell you definitively within 90 minutes.

IPCL surgery is performed under topical anaesthesia — numbing eye drops only. No injections. No general anaesthesia. You remain awake and comfortable throughout. Most patients report feeling mild pressure for a few seconds but no pain. The procedure takes 10–15 minutes per eye.

The procedure itself takes 10–15 minutes per eye. With pre-operative preparation and post-operative observation, you will be at the clinic for approximately 2–3 hours. You go home the same day. Both eyes are typically done on the same day or 1–2 weeks apart.

Yes — this is one of IPCL's most important advantages. The lens can be removed or exchanged at any time if your prescription changes significantly, or if you develop a cataract in the future and need a standard cataract surgery. This reversibility offers complete peace of mind, especially for younger patients.

Before IPCL surgery, we perform: Pentacam/corneal topography, anterior chamber depth (ACD) measurement, white-to-white (corneal diameter) measurement, endothelial cell count (specular microscopy), intraocular pressure, cycloplegic refraction, retinal evaluation, and biometry. These determine eligibility, correct lens power, and appropriate lens size.

Our IPCL pricing: Phakic IOL (both eyes) for power below –8D — ₹1,00,000 for both eyes. Phakic IOL (both eyes) for power above –8D — ₹1,40,000 for both eyes. Toric IPCL (for astigmatism) — ₹80,000 per eye. All packages include pre-operative work-up and standard follow-up care. EMI and cashless insurance options available.

IPCL is a safe, well-validated procedure but like any intraocular surgery carries some risks: transient rise in intraocular pressure (managed with drops), cataract risk over long term (rare, minimised by adequate vault), glare or halos in early recovery (usually resolves in 4–8 weeks), and very rarely, need for lens repositioning. Endophthalmitis (infection) is extremely rare in modern aseptic surgical settings. These risks are discussed transparently at your consultation.

The IPCL lens itself lasts a lifetime — it does not degrade, discolour, or change over time. Most patients enjoy clear vision for decades. If you develop age-related cataract (a natural occurrence after 55–60 years of age), the IPCL can be removed and replaced with a standard IOL during cataract surgery. The procedure is planned with your long-term visual health in mind.