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What Does ICL Mean in Medical Terms?
ICL stands for implantable collamer lens. Implanted lens for vision correction.
implantable collamer lens
Implanted lens for vision correction.
Where you will see ICL
You will most often see ICL in medical charts and clinical notes, operation notes and surgical ward charts.
Example
An operation note might use “ICL” as shorthand for implantable collamer lens.
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Educational reference only. This guide is for learning and quick reference. Abbreviations vary between hospitals, countries and specialties, and some are discouraged because they can be misread. Always write and interpret orders using your own institution’s approved abbreviation list, and check anything unclear with the prescriber or your local policy.