Cataract Eye Surgery

Cataract surgery is a vision correction procedure and one of the most common eye surgeries. Cataract is the cloudiness of the eye's crystalline lens and may develop from trauma (traumatic cataract); a disease, such as diabetes (secondary cataract) or from old age.

Cataract Symptoms

The lens is the clear part of the eye and used to focus light or image on the retina (a light sensitive tissue located at the back of the eye). When the lens is cloudy, the image seen is blurry. Cataract can occur in either or both eyes

The common symptoms of a cataract are:

Cloudy or blurry vision.
Fading colors.
Light objects appearing too bright.
Double vision.
Poor night vision.

Cataract Eye Surgery Video

During cataract procedure, the cloudy lens is removed and replaced by a lens implant, which is an artificial lens. The lens implant is a plastic intraocular lens (IOL) also known as multifocal IOLs or accommodating IOLs. There are two types of cataract surgery, Phacoemulsification and Extracapsular surgery, as your doctor can explain the differences and which is the recommended procedure for you.

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Eye surgery is a very common procedure. When you understand the benefits and risks of surgery and once you undergo the initial eye exam you can make an informed decision.

Vision correction surgeries are our specialty. We work with the most experienced eye clinics and only with specialist ophthalmologists.

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Cataract Eye Surgery FAQ

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Are there special preparations I must undergo for a cataract eye surgery?

No general tests are required for this procedure. However, prior to the surgery, you will undergo a thorough eye checkup at an eye specialist. It will include a general eye check up, a field of vision test, sharpness of vision checkup and an internal eye pressure test. It is important to go through these inspections in order to make sure you can go through with the surgery.

Can cataracts grow back in my eyes post surgery?

On the contrary to what people think, cataracts do not grow back after the surgery. Your vision will be clearer then ever.

What is the recovery period of a cataract eye surgery?

Generally, you are released to your home on the day of the surgery to rest. Your eye will take a couple of weeks to return back to normal, but you will be able to return to your regular routine within a few days. In addition, you will receive antibiotic drops to use after the operation for a week or two, depending on the doctor's orders.

What is the success rate for an eye cataract surgery?

This surgery is considered both safe and effective, as the success rates for this surgery are very high and most patients undergoing this surgery report back with excellent results.

When should I undergo cataract eye surgery?

Cataracts can take some time to develop, from a few months to a few years. The cataract may stop spreading and developing in its early stages, but if not, it will continue and lead to your vision being impaired. Once it reaches a severe level, you and your ophthalmologist should decide on having the surgery.

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