Cataract Surgery - Asian Eye Hospital

CTARACT SURGERY
Asian Eye Hospital and Laser Institute
Cataract ( Motibindu )
What is Cataract ( Motibindu ) ?
A cataract is an opacity (or cloudiness) in the lens of the
eye. This restricts light passing through the eye and
reaching the retina. When this occurs, vision is affected.
Common Symptoms of Cataracts

Clouded, blurred or dim vision.
Increasing difficulty with vision at night.
Sensitivity to light and glare.
Seeing "halos" around lights.
Frequent changes in eyeglass or contact lens
prescription.
Fading or yellowing of colors.
Double vision in a single eye.
Causes of Cataract
The most common cause of cataracts is Aging.
Inherited or developmental problems
Health problems such as diabetes
Medications such as steroids
Trauma to the eye
Cataract ( Motibindu ) Surgery
Modern cataract or lens replacement surgery is one of most successful

surgeries known. It is effective in restoring vision to most patients.
The surgeon makes a tiny incision on the side of the cornea, removes the
eyes clouded natural lens after dissolving it (using a procedure known as
Phacoemulsification) and then replaces it with an artificial Intraocular Lens
(IOL).
Modern cataract surgery is a safe outpatient procedure that barely takes

about 10 minutes.
Benefits Of Cataract Surgery

Improved sight and
color vision
Improved clarity of
vision
Increased
independence
Improved quality of
life
Reduced dependence
on corrective eyewear
FAQ About Cataract Surgery
1. How Is Cataract Detected?

A cataract may be detected by your optometrist or family doctor. It is
important that a thorough eye examination is performed by your optometrist
or eye specialist to ensure that there are no other causes for your blurry
vision.
2. How Fast Does A Cataract Develop?
How fast a cataract develops varies among individuals and may even vary
between eyes. In younger people and people with diabetes cataracts may
progress rapidly over a few months. However, most age-related cataracts
progress gradually over a period of years.
3. When Should A Person With A Cataract Have Surgery?
Cataract surgery is usually considered when loss of vision begins to
interfere with daily activities or affect your quality of life. Based on the
specific symptoms, a patient and his/her surgeon should decide together
when surgery is appropriate.
4. How Is A Cataract Treated?

During the early stages of a cataract, a change in glasses may improve the
clarity of vision, though this is usually temporary. When cataracts begin to
interfere with daily activities, surgical removal is the only effective treatment.
5. Is Cataract Surgery Permanent?

Yes. It is not possible to get another cataract once it has been removed.
However, approximately 10% of patients may become aware of a gradual
blurring of vision some months or even years after the surgery due to
thickening of the lens capsule that supports your artificial lens.
6. Will I Need Glasses After The Surgery?

Most patients will require glasses for fine visual tasks although some
patients can get by without them for certain activities.The design of IOL
decides your need for spectacles after the surgery. Newer advanced IOL
(Toric, Multifical and Accomodative) can treat cataract and get rid of
spectacle power too.
7. What If I Have Other Eye Diseases Will Cataract Surgery Help?

There are many diseases which can affect and limit the eyes visual
improvement following cataract surgery. These can be diagnosed before the
operation and your eye specialist will discuss the impact of any such
problems with you.
8. Does The Operation Hurt?

No. An anaesthetic is applied before surgery so that there is no pain, but
some people experience slight discomfort after the surgery. The anaesthetic
stops the eye from moving during the operation and your eyelids are held
open by a spring, so all you have to do is lie still for the surgery. You cannot
see what is happening during the operation.
9. Can Problems Occur After Surgery?

Cataract surgery is very safe and has a high success rate. However it is
important to understand that complications can occur during or after the
surgery. If you experience even the slightest problem after surgery, please
contact your surgeon immediately.
Contact Us
Asian Eye Hospital and Lasik

Laser Institute
Address: Sakar 10, 3rd floor, Above Fab India,
Opposite Jehangir Hospital, Station, road, Pune,
Maharashtra 411002
Phone:+91 88889 42222
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CTARACT SURGERY

Asian Eye Hospital and Laser Institute

Common Symptoms of Cataracts

Cataract ( Motibindu ) Surgery

Modern cataract or lens replacement surgery is one of most successful

Modern cataract surgery is a safe outpatient procedure that barely takes

Benefits Of Cataract Surgery

FAQ About Cataract Surgery

1. How Is Cataract Detected?

4. How Is A Cataract Treated?

5. Is Cataract Surgery Permanent?

6. Will I Need Glasses After The Surgery?

7. What If I Have Other Eye Diseases Will Cataract Surgery Help?

8. Does The Operation Hurt?

9. Can Problems Occur After Surgery?

Asian Eye Hospital and Lasik

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