Visual Performance of a Novel Optical Design of a New Multifocal Intraocular Lens

PURPOSE: To evaluate the optical performance and quality of vision of a novel optical design of a new trifocal intraocular lens (IOL) using a proprietary modified algorithm. METHODS: In this prospective, non-randomized, single-armed, single-center, open-label study, a total of 20 patients (40 eyes) who were candidates for multifocal lens implantation were recruited for implantation with the multifocal Intensity SL IOL (Hanita Lenses). Evaluation performed at 1 and 7 to 10 days and 1 and 3 months after implantation included corrected and uncorrected distance visual acuities at far, intermediate (80 cm), and near (40 cm). Monocular and binocular visual acuities. defocus curves, and contrast sensitivity were measured and questionnaires for grading subjective visual quality, satisfaction, and visual function were provided. RESULTS: Three months postoperatively, monocular uncorrected visual acuity for distance, intermediate, and near averaged 0.03 +/- 0.11, 0.09 +/- 0.09, and -0.22 +/- 0.09 logMAR, respectively (Snellen 20/21.4, 20/24.6, and 20/12). Corrected monocular visual acuity for distance, intermediate, and near averaged -0.07 +/- 0.06, 0.03 +/- 0.09, and -0.25 +/- 0.07 logMAR (20/17, 20/21.4, and 20/11.2), respectively. Binocular corrected visual acuity for distance, intermediate, and near was -0.1 +/- 0.06, -0.02 +/- 0.09, and -0.28 +/- 0.04 logMAR (20/15.8, 20/19, and 20/10.5), respectively. Contrast sensitivity was similar to the normal population in photopic and mesopic conditions. Defocus curves showed that this IOL provided visual acuity of 20/28.9 or better between a defocus of +1.00 and -3.50 diopters. The Visual Function Index-14 questionnaire showed that patients reported high satisfaction. Patients specifically noted good quality of vision at near and intermediate distances. CONCLUSIONS: The Intensity SL IOL can provide good quality distance, intermediate, and particularly strong near vision after cataract surgery and independence from spectacles with good patient satisfaction.