Intacs Corneal Implants Cost in India

The cost of Intacs corneal implants in India typically ranges from $1,500 to $7,000 USD, depending on the hospital, city, and type of procedure.

Intacs are small curved plastic rings placed inside the cornea to flatten and reshape it. They are mainly used for keratoconus. The cost depends on:

• One or two segments
• One or both eyes
• Laser-created channel: femtosecond laser adds cost.
• Combined cross-linking

Intacs are usually priced per eye. A quote near the top of this range is unusual, so ask what it includes.

Moorfields describes intracorneal ring segments placed in a laser-made channel to improve corneal shape and reduce irregularity. One or two rings may be used. Moorfields notes they suit only a select group of patients.

Rings improve shape but do not stop keratoconus from progressing. Moorfields explains that corneal cross-linking, which uses riboflavin drops and UV light, stops progression in over 90% of patients. The two are often combined.

Vision may fluctuate for weeks. Glasses or contact lenses are often still needed. Rings can be removed or exchanged if needed.