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What is the Haptic part of teh IOL?
I need to know what part of the IOL is the Haptic,? Is it a system that secures the lens? Thank you!
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Dear Sandy1954,
The haptic is the part of the lens that helps to support the lens in the capsular bag. It's like feet for a body.
Dr. Feldman
Sandy T. Feldman, M.D., M.S.
ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center
San Diego, California
The haptic is the part of the lens that helps to support the lens in the capsular bag. It's like feet for a body.
Dr. Feldman
Sandy T. Feldman, M.D., M.S.
ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center
San Diego, California
thank you so much. that's just what i needed to know..
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