How long do PRESBYOND results last?
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The change to the cornea is permanent, but presbyopia is not: the natural lens continues to lose flexibility with age, so near vision can decline again and reading glasses may become necessary later. Published follow-up is mostly short to medium term.
Quick answer
The change to the cornea is permanent, but presbyopia is not: the natural lens continues to lose flexibility with age, so near vision can decline again and reading glasses may become necessary later. Published follow-up is mostly short to medium term.
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- PRESBYOND and presbyopia
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In more detail
That is not a failure of the treatment. It is the difference between correcting the refraction you have now and stopping the ageing process, which no refractive procedure does.
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Sources & further reading
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- Assessing the Visual and Refractive Outcomes of PRESBYOND Laser Blended Vision Treatment in Myopic and Hyperopic Presbyopic Patients in Western Australia
A retrospective, non-comparative series of 125 consecutive patients (250 eyes) treated with PRESBYOND using a MEL 90 excimer laser and VISUMAX 800 femtosecond laser, followed for six months. Two authors disclose relationships with the manufacturer.
Used for What a six-month series reported for distance and near vision; The retreatment rates it reported, separately for myopic and hyperopic patients; The study design, size, follow-up and declared conflicts that limit how far it generalises.
Link checked 21 October 2026
- Eye Health Information
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Used for Plain-language explanations of eye conditions and their symptoms; Healthy vision and screening guidance.
Link checked 23 September 2026