OE fights back over intraocular lens claims

Optical Express has responded to claims that one of the intraocular lenses it used was under scrutiny by regulators.

It follows media reports citing surgeon safety concerns about patients experiencing quality of vision problems after having the new Mplus X lens implanted.

A spokesperson for Optical Express told Optician: ‘A number of allegations have been made in the media regarding the MPlus X lens. These allegations have no substance whatsoever and, we understand, are currently subject to legal challenge by Oculentis, the lens manufacturer.

‘Contrary to the media reports, we have been informed by Oculentis that there is no MHRA inquiry into the MPlus X lens.