Abstract: An intraocular lens (IOL) with an optical axis is disclosed. Two or more haptics extend from an optical element defining an anterior plane and a parallel posterior plane. The optical axis is tilted at an angle of about 5 degrees with respect to the anterior and posterior planes.

Abstract: A preloaded intraocular lens (IOL) system/method utilizing haptic compression is disclosed. The disclosed system/method utilizes an IOL packaged in a compressed state that is inserted into a patient using a cartridge and lumen through which the IOL is advanced. Within this context the haptics to the IOL are wrapped around the IOL in a coplanar fashion during the loading of the IOL to permit the IOL to be shipped and stored in a compressed state. This compressed state is achieve by wrapping the haptics of the IOL during the manufacturing process to ensure that the IOL is properly aligned and thus delivered in a predetermined orientation within the patient's eye. This compressed packaging of the IOL permits a more uniform and consistent placement of the IOL in the patient and eliminates the potential for physician error during the critical IOL placement procedure.

Abstract: In the connection zone, the portion of the haptic part connected to the optic part is situated on the edge of the optic part. The optic part consists of a flexible lens which can be folded or rolled upon insertion of the implant into the anterior chamber. The haptic part has a general form of the number 2 and has an upper free end, a bend, and a lower free end. In the connection zone, the connection between the optic part and the haptic part is rigid.

Abstract: In the connection zone 4, the portion of the haptic part 3 connected to the optic part 2 is situated on the edge of the optic part 2.The optic part 2 consists of a flexible lens which can be folded or rolled upon insertion of the implant 1 into the anterior chamber. In the connection zone 4, the connection between the optic part 2 and the haptic part 3 is rigid.