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Shape-Changing IOL Shows Durability

Atia Vision reports positive 36-month data for its shape-changing IOL at ASCRS 2026

  • April 28, 2026

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Objective:

To present three-year first-in-human data for the investigational OmniVu Lens System, emphasizing its investigational status and evaluating its refractive stability and visual outcomes.

Approach:
    Key Findings:
    • Mean manifest refraction spherical equivalent remained within ±0.50 D over three years.
    • Mean binocular uncorrected distance visual acuity at 36 months was -0.11 logMAR (approximately 20/16), with best-corrected distance acuity of -0.17 logMAR (about 20/12).
    • Mean uncorrected near acuity reached 0.06 logMAR (roughly 20/25).
    • Defocus testing showed 20/32 or better vision across around 5.0 D of continuous defocus.
    • Only one YAG capsulotomy reported with no lens exchanges or refractive enhancements required.
    • Contrast sensitivity data comparable to published monofocal IOL benchmarks.
    Interpretation:

    The OmniVu Lens System demonstrates sustained refractive stability and a broad functional range of vision, suggesting potential advantages in premium cataract surgery, particularly in presbyopia correction.

    Limitations:
    • The device is still investigational and not approved for sale, limiting generalizability.
    • Limited sample size of 19 patients.
    Conclusion:

    The durability of outcomes from the OmniVu Lens System indicates a promising future for shape-changing, modular designs in presbyopia correction, potentially impacting the landscape of premium cataract surgery.

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Shape-Changing IOL Shows Durability

  • April 28, 2026

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