Raindrop near vision inlay recall

The Raindrop Near Vision Inlay recall has been initiated due to an increased risk of corneal haze that patients implanted with the devices may experience.

A Medical Device Alert was issued via the MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) a few weeks ago. There’s a warning to not implant Raindrop Near Vision Inlays and to dispose of any unused stock of them.

Any patients who have already been implanted with the inlays are to be monitored, and any incidents and problems are to be reported. This recall follows the recent news coverage about the Oculentis recall, which is one of the compensation actions we’re representing people for.

About the Raindrop Near Vision Inlay recall

The Raindrop Near Vision Inlay recall was initiated in February 2019. The ophthalmic implants, manufactured by ReVision Optics Inc, are designed to improve near vision (such as reading vision) in a similar way to contact lenses. However, they are surgically implanted within the cornea of the eye.

The recall stems from the discovery that patients can be at an increased risk of corneal haze. Corneal haze is a cloudiness or opaqueness in the cornea which can significantly impair vision. Patients may experience blurriness, obscured vision and a difficulty focusing.

The recall in the UK stemmed from investigations in the U.S. that identified the increased risk of corneal haze in patients. One study cited reportedly suggested that 75% of patients developed corneal haze, although the level of risk may be unique to different patients.

What can patients affected by the Raindrop Near Vision Inlay recall do?

If you’re affected by the Raindrop Near Vision Inlay recall, and you’re suffering with corneal haze, the first thing to do is seek medical help.

Your health is, of course, the priority. So, follow the advice given to you by the experts.

In terms of what happens next, we may be able to help you make a claim for compensation. If you’ve had to undergo further surgery to correct the corneal haze, you may have a legal case. If the corneal haze is permanent, you may have a case as well.

We may be able to investigate your case on a No Win, No Fee basis. Our initial advice is free and on a no-obligation basis, so don’t hesitate to contact the team and we’ll see if we can assist you.

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