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What is an intraocular lens?

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  1. American Academy of Ophthalmology
     
    American Academy of Ophthalmology answered:

    An intraocular lens, commonly called an IOL, is a tiny artificial lens for the eye.

    An IOL permanently replaces the eye’s natural lens when it is removed during cataract surgery.

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    An intraocular lens, commonly called an IOL, is a tiny artificial lens for the eye. An IOL permanently replaces the eye’s natural lens when it is removed during cataract surgery. More

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