When a donor cataract lens is not available for surgical replacement in a patient, the physician may utilize an artificial intraocular lens. The correct abbreviation for this type of implant is:

A) AMD
B) IS
C) IOL
D) ENT


C
Explanation: IOL stands for intraocular lens.

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