What Is EVO?

EVO ICL is an implantable lens that corrects nearsightedness with and without astigmatism through a minimally invasive procedure.

EVO ICL is an implantable lens that corrects nearsightedness with and without astigmatism through a minimally invasive procedure.

EVO ICL is a special type of lens that is implanted between your iris (the colored part of the eye) and your natural crystalline lens. It’s biocompatible and works with your natural eye: think additive, not replacement nor subtractive.

So, is this like LASIK?

Sort of- but not really! EVO ICL is a premium option for patients who might also be considering other laser-based procedures, such as LASIK and PRK.

EVO

LASIK

PRK

Safety Features

Reversible lens implant

Flexibility for future procedures

Treats eyes with thin corneas⁹

UV Protection

Long term history

Vision Quality

Sharp and Clear Vision²'³

Patient Experience

20-30 Minute Outpatient Procedure

No Corneal Tissue Removed

Does Not Cause Dry eye Syndrome⁵'⁶

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All About the EVO ICL Implantable Collamer® Lens

EVO ICL is made from Collamer® – which contains collagen and poly-HEMA, making it biocompatible.

EVO ICL is additive and it works with the natural eye. So, unlike other vision correction procedures, corneal tissue will not be removed from your eye.

The lens is soft and pliable, making it gentle to implant in your eye. You won’t notice it’s there and a doctor can remove it at any point.


Fun Fact: Collamer® is proprietary to STAAR Surgical!

Here’s what to expect:

Overall, the procedure from evaluation to recovery is typically quick!
Step 1
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Confirm Preliminary Qualification

Take our quiz to make sure you are initially qualified for EVO ICL. We’ll ask you for your age and make sure you are nearsighted.

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Find a Doctor in Your Area

Check out our doctor finder to locate providers near you. To schedule an appointment, reach out to one of our Advisors who will guide you through each step.

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Go to Your Pre-Op Exam

Your doctor will perform a series of standard tests to measure your eye’s unique characteristics, determine if EVO ICL is right for you, and order EVO lenses personalized for your prescription.

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The 20–30 Minute Procedure:

The procedure is quick, and painless because of the numbing medication! Your doctor will administer eye drops to dilate your pupils as well as anesthetize your eyes. Then your doctor will create one small opening at the base of your cornea to insert the EVO ICL lens. Once inserted, the doctor will make any necessary adjustments to ensure proper positioning in the eye.

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Recovery

Many patients notice improved vision nearly immediately. Your doctor will prescribe eye drops to aid in the healing process following the procedure. You’ll need someone to drive you home that day, but your doctor will let you know when you’re cleared to resume your day-to-day activities.

Our goal is for you to see life clearly, safely

3 Million +ICL Lenses distributed worldwide

99.4%Patients surveyed would do it again¹

Real Life Stories From Real Life Patients

Kevin and Joe Jonas | Global superstars and Musicians

Behind The Seen With The Jonas Brothers
Kevin and Joe dreamed of a day where they could live life uninhibited by their nearsightedness. They both had the EVO procedure to correct their distance vision.
Read Why Kevin and Joe Jonas Got EVO ICLs

Jimmy O. Yang | Actor and Stand-up Comedian

Jimmy O. Yang - EVO ICL
I don't have to worry about the hassle of constantly putting on and taking off my glasses...
Read Why Jimmy O. Yang Got EVO ICLs

Will Levis | NFL Quarterback

Will Levis - EVO ICL
I wanted to do what was best for me and have the best edge that I could get. When looking at all the options, it became clear that EVO ICL was the best option for me.
Read Why Will Levis Got EVO ICLs

Peyton List | Actress and Entrepreneur

Peyton List Upgrades Her Vision
The EVO lens has changed my whole morning and night.. It's changed so much of my life.
Read Why Peyton List Got EVO ICLs

Max Strus | NBA Basketball Player

On The Court with Max Strus
This decision of getting EVO has been close to my heart because it has been so life changing for me.
Read Why Max Strus Got EVO ICLs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) for nearsightedness and astigmatism is a refractive lens also known as a phakic IOL. “Phakic” meaning that the natural lens of the eye is in place, and “IOL” meaning intraocular lens, or a lens inside the eye. The EVO ICL is a posterior chamber implant that is introduced through a small incision in the eye and is placed behind the iris (the colored part of the eye), and in front of the natural crystalline lens in order to improve your nearsightedness and astigmatism.

The EVO ICL Lens (EVO) is intended for the correction of moderate to high nearsightedness. EVO ICL and EVO TICL surgery is intended to safely and effectively correct nearsightedness between -3.0 D to -15.0 D, the reduction in nearsightedness up to -20.0 D and treatment of astigmatism from 1.0 D to 4.0 D. If you have nearsightedness within these ranges, EVO ICL surgery may improve your distance vision without eyeglasses or contact lenses. Because the EVO ICL corrects for distance vision, it does not eliminate the need for reading glasses, you may require them at some point, even if you have never worn them before.

EVO ICL represents an alternative to other refractive surgeries including laser assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK), photorefractive keratectomy (PRK), incisional surgeries, or other means to correct myopia such as contact lenses and eyeglasses.

Patients who are pregnant and nursing and patients with a narrow angle in the front chamber of their eye, because in this case the space for the EVO ICL lens would be too small. The patient education booklet provides an additional list of conditions that should be taken into consideration when making a decision about the EVO ICL procedure.

The key benefit of EVO ICL surgery is the permanent correction or reduction of your nearsightedness and treatment of astigmatism allowing you to see clearly at long distances without eyeglasses or contact lenses to reduce your dependence upon them. In addition to the improvement of your uncorrected vision (vision without eyeglasses or contact lenses), your best corrected vision (best vision with contact lenses/eye glasses) may be improved.

Important Safety Information

The EVO Visian ICL Lens is intended for the correction of moderate to high nearsightedness. EVO Visian ICL and EVO Visian TICL surgery is intended to safely and effectively correct nearsightedness between -3.0 D to -15.0 D, the reduction in nearsightedness up to -20.0 D and treatment of astigmatism from 1.0 D to 4.0 D. If you have nearsightedness within these ranges, EVO Visian ICL surgery may improve your distance vision without eyeglasses or contact lenses. Because the EVO Visian ICL corrects for distance vision, it does not eliminate the need for reading glasses, you may require them at some point, even if you have never worn them before.

Implantation of the EVO Visian ICL is a surgical procedure, and as such, carries potentially serious risks. Please discuss the risks with your eye care professional. Complications, although rare, may include need for additional surgical procedures, inflammation, loss of cells from the back surface of the cornea, increase in eye pressure, and cataracts.

You should NOT have EVO Visian ICL surgery if:

  • Your doctor determines that the shape of your eye is not an appropriate fit for the EVO Visian ICL
  • You are pregnant or nursing
  • You have moderate to severe damage to the optic nerve caused by increased pressure (glaucoma)
  • You do not meet the minimum endothelial cell density for your age at the time of implantation as determined by your eye doctor
  • Your vision is not stable as determined by your eye doctor

Before considering EVO Visian ICL surgery you should have a complete eye examination and talk with your eye care professional about EVO Visian ICL surgery, especially the potential benefits, risks, and complications. You should discuss the time needed for healing after surgery. For additional information with potential benefits, risks and complications please visit DiscoverICL.com.

References

References

1. Packer M. The Implantable Collamer Lens with a central port: review of the literature. Clin Ophthalmol. 2018;12:2427-2438.

2. Martínez-Plaza E, López-Miguel A, López-de la Rosa A, et al. Effect of the EVO+ Visian Phakic Implantable Collamer Lens on Visual Performance and Quality of Vision and Life, Am J Ophthalmol 2021;226:117-125.

3. Packer M. Evaluation of the EVO/EVO+ Sphere and Toric Visian ICL: Six month results from the United States Food and Drug Administration clinical trial. Clinical Ophthalmology. 2022;16:1541-53.

4. Parkhurst GD. A prospective comparison of phakic collamer lenses and wavefront-optimized laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis for correction of myopia. Clin Ophthalmol. 2016;10:1209-1215.

5. Ganesh S, Brar S, Pawar A. Matched population comparison of visual outcomes and patient satisfaction between 3 modalities for the correction of low to moderate myopic astigmatism. Clin Ophthalmol. 2017;11:1253-1263.

6. Naves J.S, Carracedo G, Cacho-Babillo I, Diadenosine nucleotid measurements as dry-eye score in patients after LASIK and ICL surgery. Presented at American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) 2012.

7. Shoja, MR. Besharati, MR. Dry eye after LASIK for myopia: Incidence and risk factors. European Journal of Ophthalmology. 2007; 17(1): pp. 1-6.

8. Lee, Jae Bum et al. Comparison of tear secretion and tear film instability after photorefractive keratectomy and laser in situ keratomileusis. Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery , Volume 26 , Issue 9 , 1326 - 1331.

9. Parkhurst, G. Psolka, M. Kezirian, G. Phakic intraocular lens implantantion in United States military warfighters: A retrospective analysis of early clinical outcomes of the Visian ICL. J Refract Surg. 2011;27(7):473-481.

*American Refractive Surgery Council

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