... then implanted behind the Iris. Posterior Chamber Lens Implant A Posterior Chamber Lens Implant is similar to a contact lens, with one big difference: The Intraocula Lens is an internal and permanent part of the Eye. An Intraocula Lens is placed in the posterior chamber (an area behind the Iris). The Intraocular Lens is held in place in the Eye's natural Capsule by flexible tabs. Anterior Chamber Lens Implant This procedure is used when an Intraocular Lens (IOL) is implanted sometime after surgery or when a Posterior Chamber implant cannot be performed. An IOL is placed in the chamber in front of the Iris and held in place by flexible loops. The incision may be closed either with or without stitches. Each year, more than a million people have their vision treated through Cataract Surgery, making it one of the most common and reliable operations. After the cataract IOL procedure, the patient usually goes home ...

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