Quality of living and visual impact of ICL V4c: A questionnaire-based survey

Abstract

Purpose: To evaluate patient satisfaction based on a questionnaire survey on quality of living and the visual impact on the quality of life in patients with moderate to high myopia who underwent implantable collamer lens (ICL) implantation in the South Indian population. Design: A cross-sectional questionnaire-based survey. Methods: Around 125 patients were subjected to two questionnaires: 1) A modified questionnaire on the quality of life impact of refractive correction evaluates the ecstatic state of study participants (SP) after the deliverance of spectacles, the gratified state of expected vision postoperatively, and satisfaction on cost versus benefit of the procedure, improvement in confidence levels of the SP after the procedure, and finally, their inquisitiveness on indoor and outdoor activities; 2) a modified quality of living questionnaire with six categories assess the physical, psychological, self-reliance, social relationships, independence for conveyance, and partaking in recreational activities through telephone or Google sheets. Results: The mean age of the patients was 26 (4.2) years. Around 98% (124 SP) felt satisfied with the expected visual quality after the procedure. About 2% (n = 2) had to wear glasses, and 27% (n = 34) still had difficulty driving due to glare and halos; 96% felt that the cost spent for the procedure was worth enough to achieve spectacle independence after ICL. Furthermore, in 99% (n = 124), physical activities and in 83% (n = 104), self-esteem and confidence levels were increased. Conclusion: Our study highlights the importance of the need for refractive error correction and its impact on social life. ICL has been a life-changing procedure for many young adults.