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CATARACT
Cataract is generally replaced with a clear biocompatible lens which is called Intra Ocular Lens (IOL).
Symptoms of Cataract
- Difficulty in seeing distance or near
- Glare at night – Difficulty in night driving
- Difficulty in recognizing colors
- Need for frequent change of glasses
How is Cataract Treated?
- There is no medical treatment to prevent cataract or reverse them once they develop. The only effective treatment is to surgically remove the cataract. It is usually recommended when it interferes with your daily activities of living. The cataract need not be mature for its surgical removal. When cataract is mature the patient will have to opt only conventional methods which are uncomfortable and time consuming in terms of healing and recovery.
Cataract Surgery
- The surgery for cataract consists of removing the cloudy natural lens (Cataract) from the eye. Cataract is generally replaced with a clear biocompatible lens which is called Intra Ocular Lens (IOL).
Phacoemulsification
- Phacoemulsification is the most modern method of cataract removal. In this procedure cataract is broken into very small pieces by using a ultrasonic special probe and aspirated out with a suction device..Cataract is removed through a small self sealing wound without the need for sutures
Advantages of Phacoemulsification
- No suture
- No pain
- Less postoperative discomfort
- No need for hospital stay
- Early Rehabilitation
- Perfect early restoration of vision
- More satisfied patient
Types of IOL
- The best type of IOL is based on the type of focus that you require for your personal treatment.
Monofocal
- The most popular intraocular lenses are monofocal. Monofocal lenses sharpen only one focus (far, intermediate, or near), and do not correct astigmatism.
- Most people use monofocal IOLs to clarify distance vision. If this is your case, you may still need “reader” glasses to accomplish nearsighted vision tasks.
Multifocal
- Multifocal intraocular lenses have the most utility as they simultaneously correct near, intermediate, and distance focus.
- Multifocal lenses may be the perfect choice if you:
- Are struggling with presbyopia (or age-related farsightedness)
- Desire to be liberated from contacts and glasses
- Have good visual capability in both eyes
Toric
- Toric lenses may correct distance focus and substantially reduce astigmatism. Astigmatism is a common condition that blurs vision caused by an irregularly-shaped cornea. Toric IOLs are specially crafted to correct the asymmetry associated with astigmatism.
- Cataract surgery is usually covered by insurance plans, but premium intraocular lenses may be an additional out-of-pocket expense. Please speak with your insurance provider to see what will and won’t be covered in your tailored cataract surgery plan.
- Imported Monofocal, Multifocal, Extended Depth Of Focus and toric lenses are considered premium IOLs.