LenSx® Laser System
Bring proven precision and safety to every cataract procedure with the LenSx® Laser, featuring ASCEND™ Technology — the market leading femtosecond platform.1-13
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Proven Precision
Reproducibility and accuracy at every step.3-7
Compared to manual procedures, LenSx® Laser delivers:
![More precise, reproducible and reliable capsulotomies](/sites/g/files/rbvwei2521/files/1.png)
![More precise, reproducible and reliable capsulotomies](/sites/g/files/rbvwei2521/files/1.png)
More precise, reproducible and reliable capsulotomies3-5
![More accurate, more efficient, and less damaging self-sealing cataract incision in terms of architecture, size and geometry6](/sites/g/files/rbvwei2521/files/2.png)
![More accurate, more efficient, and less damaging self-sealing cataract incision in terms of architecture, size and geometry6](/sites/g/files/rbvwei2521/files/2.png)
More accurate, more efficient, and less damaging self-sealing cataract incision in terms of architecture, size and geometry6
![Less variability of anterior chamber depth with more stable post-op refraction7](/sites/g/files/rbvwei2521/files/3.png)
![Less variability of anterior chamber depth with more stable post-op refraction7](/sites/g/files/rbvwei2521/files/3.png)
Less variability of anterior chamber depth with more stable post-op refraction7
Get it right the first time
![98.6 % of anterior capsulotomies
achieved without manual separation of residual tags7*](/sites/g/files/rbvwei2521/files/98.png)
![98.6 % of anterior capsulotomies
achieved without manual separation of residual tags7*](/sites/g/files/rbvwei2521/files/98.png)
98.6 % of anterior capsulotomies achieved without manual separation of residual tags7*
![97.6% of corneal incisions could be opened by a blunt spatula7*](/sites/g/files/rbvwei2521/files/97.png)
![97.6% of corneal incisions could be opened by a blunt spatula7*](/sites/g/files/rbvwei2521/files/97.png)
97.6% of corneal incisions could be opened by a blunt spatula7*
![99.5% of fragmentations required no additional segmentation after the laser procedure7*](/sites/g/files/rbvwei2521/files/99.png)
![99.5% of fragmentations required no additional segmentation after the laser procedure7*](/sites/g/files/rbvwei2521/files/99.png)
99.5% of fragmentations required no additional segmentation after the laser procedure7*
*Prospective, multicenter study investigated performance of FLACS at 1 month post-op in Chinese patients (n = 1542 eyes).
The SoftFit® Patient Interface – Experience greater precision with the hydrogel lens insert of the LenSx® Laser.
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Connectivity with the VERION® Digital Marker, LenSx® delivers a new level of certainty and efficiency.
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Proven Efficiency
Built for performance, built for speed
Customize your approach to each patient with versatile fragmentation.
LenSx® empowers efficient treatment for a variety of lens densities9 and significantly reduces phaco time and energy14
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On average, laser cataract patients spend less time in the OR15
Per patient, significant time savings were observed in the following categories15*:
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Overall, LenSx® was significantly faster than CATALYS‡, with total time savings of 2.86 minutes.†
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*Based on a real-world, prospective, observational, time-and-motion study with 89 patients undergoing cataract surgery across two surgery centers in the US. †p<0.001
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Proven Safety
LenSx® Laser vs. manual procedures
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<2 minutes total time for patients under suction in cataract procedures16
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As strong as manual LenSx® capsulotomy integrity17
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<0.1% capsular tear rate with SoftFit® Patient Interface12, 13
![43% Less Phaco Energy & 51% less Phaco Time Graphic](/sites/g/files/rbvwei2521/files/Background%20Blur.png)
- Superior endothelial cell retention at 1 and 3 months3, 9, 19
- Low rate of YAG capsulotomies20
- Improved central corneal thickness at Day 1 for quieter eyes3, 10, 19
- Faster rehabilitation in hard cataracts, along with less phaco power and endothelial cell damage21
* Capsulotomy and phacofragmentation procedures were evaluated in porcine eyes (n = 8 for manual, n = 10 for LenSx® group).
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Proven Outcomes
In a retrospective chart review, a greater proportion of eyes treated with LenSx® reach emmetropia (±0.5 D) compared to those treated with manual surgery.22
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* Retrospective chart review of 225 patients for LenSx® and manual groups.
† Retrospective chart review of 231 patients for LenSx® and manual groups.
Fully Evolved Femtosecond Performance
Complete efficiency, precision, and confidence in the anterior segment
Through continuous innovation, the LenSx® Laser with ASCEND™ Technology sets the standard at the cornea, capsule and lens, optimizing cataract refractive procedures and consistently hitting refractive targets for the widest range of patients.
![Fully Evolved Femtosecond Performance](/sites/g/files/rbvwei2521/files/col-left_0.png)
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LenSx® Laser Important Product Information
CAUTION:
- Federal Law restricts this device to sale and use by or on the order of a physician or licensed eye care practitioner.
INDICATIONS:
Cataract Surgery Indication:Cataract Surgery Contraindications:
- Corneal disease that precludes applanation of the cornea or transmission of laser light at 1030 nm wavelength
- Descemetocele with impending corneal rupture
- Presence of blood or other material in the anterior chamber
- Poorly dilating pupil, such that the iris is not peripheral to the intended diameter for the capsulotomy
- Conditions which would cause inadequate clearance between the intended capsulotomy depth and the endothelium (applicable to capsulotomy only)
- Previous corneal incisions that might provide a potential space into which the gas produced by the procedure can escape
- Corneal thickness requirements that are beyond the range of the system
- Corneal opacity that would interfere with the laser beam
- Hypotony, glaucoma* or the presence of a corneal implant
- Residual, recurrent, active ocular or eyelid disease, including any corneal abnormality (for example, recurrent corneal erosion, severe basement membrane disease)
- History of lens or zonular instability
- Any contraindication to cataract or keratoplasty
- This device is not intended for use in pediatric surgery.
*Glaucoma is not a contraindication when these procedures are performed using the LenSx® Laser SoftFit® Patient Interface Accessory
ATTENTION:
Refer to the LenSx® Laser Operator’s Manual for a complete listing of indications, warnings and precautions.
References
- Alcon Data on File.
- Alcon Data on File, 2022.
- Kohnen T, Mathys L, Petermann K, et al. Update on the comparison of femtosecond laser-assisted lens surgery to conventional cataract surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Paper presented at: ESCRS; October 7-11, 2017; Lisbon, Portugal.
- Kranitz K, Mihaltz K, Sandor GL, Takacs A, Knorz MC, Nagy ZZ. Intraocular lens tilt and decentration measured by Scheimpflug camera following manual or femtosecond laser-created continuous circular capsulotomy. J Refract Surg. 2012;28(4):259–263.
- Ali MH, et al. Comparison of characteristics of femtosecond laser-assisted anterior capsulotomy versus manual continuous curvilinear capsulorrhexis: a meta-analysis of 5-year results. J Pak Med Assoc. 2017;67(10):1574 –1579.
- Mastropasqua L, Toto L, Mastropasqua A, et al. Femtosecond laser versus manual clear corneal incision in cataract surgery. J Refract Surg. 2014;30(1):27–33.
- Zhang X, et al. Performance of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery in Chinese patients with cataract: a prospective, multicenter, registry study. BMC Ophthalmol. 2019;19:7.
- Crozafon P, Bouchet C. Real-world comparison of FLACS vs. standard PCS: a retrospective cohort study from an outpatient clinic in France. Poster presented at: ESCRS; October 7-11, 2017; Lisbon, Portugal.
- Al-Mohtaseb Z, et al. Comparison of corneal endothelial cell loss between two femtosecond laser platforms and standard phacoemulsification. J Refract Surg. 2017;33(10):708–712.
- Bouchet, C et al. Comparing the efficacy, safety, and efficiency outcomes between LenSx femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery and phacoemulsification cataract surgery: a meta-analysis. Value in Health. 2017;20(9):A800–A801.
- Yesilirmak N, Diakonis VF, Sise A, Waren DP, Yoo SH, Donaldson KE. Differences in energy expenditure for conventional and femtosecond-assisted cataract surgery using 2 different phacoemulsification systems. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2017;43:16 –21.
- Roberts T V, et al. Update and clinical utility of the LenSx femtosecond laser in cataract surgery. Clin Ophthalmol. 2016;10:2021–2029.
- Roberts TV, Lawless M, Sutton G, Hodge C. Anterior capsule integrity after femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2015;41(5):1109-1110.
- Shajari M, et al. Comparison of 2 laser fragmentation patterns used in femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2017;43:1571–1574.
- Alcon Data on File, 2022
- Yeoh R. Practical differences between 3 femtosecond phaco laser platforms. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2014;40(3):510.
- Chan T, et al. Intereye comparison of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery capsulotomy and manual capsulorhexis edge strength. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2017;43:480–485.
- Nagy Z. Initial clinical evaluation of an intraocular femtosecond laser in cataract surgery. J Refract Surg. 2009;25(12):1053–1060.
- Chen X, Chen K, He J, Yao K. Comparing the curative effects between femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery and conventional phacoemulsification surgery: a meta-analysis. PLoS One. 2016;11(3):e0152088.
- Tran, D, Vargas, V, Potvin, R. Neodymium:YAG capsulotomy rates associated with femtosecond laser-assisted versus manual cataract surgery. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2016;42:1470–1476.
- Chen X, et al. Clinical outcomes of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery versus conventional phacoemulsification surgery for hard nuclear cataracts. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2017;43:486–491.
- Yeu E, et al. A retrospective comparison of clinical outcomes associated with manual and femtosecond laser cataract surgery. Paper presented at: ASCRS; May 5-9, 2017; Los Angeles, CA.