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Why a Cataract Surgery?
Cataracts can cause significant vision impairment and long term implications on your eyes and the best way to treat cataracts is cataract surgery. The surgery completely removes the cataract and ensures that normal vision returns to the eyes. It also reduces the chances of recurrence. You can book cataract surgeries through PharmEasy.
Here are some of the reasons why PharmEasy is a great option for you:
- Cataract surgery with the injections that are required.
- Advanced surgery techniques like MICS performed by experienced surgeons
- Resume work in 2-3 days after surgery
- Quick recovery of vision after surgery
- No bleeding or minimal bleeding during surgery
- Surgery performed under local anaesthesia
Cataract Diagnosis and Treatment
To get treatment for cataracts you will need to visit an eye specialist (opthalmologist). The doctor might perform certain diagnostic tests to determine the severity of cataracts and the damage caused by them. These diagnostic tests may include:
Visual acuity or biometry test: The test checks the power of your eyes and the clarity with which you view objects.
Retinal exam: This test images the backside of the retina to check for the signs of cataracts.
Slit-lamp test: The slit lamp inspects the functioning of all parts of the eye.
Tonometry test: This test determines the pressure inside the eyes.
Our Care Expert will arrange all your diagnostic tests through PharmEasy.
The doctor can suggest the following surgeries for the treatment of cataracts:
- Option 1 · Doctor Recommended
Phacoemulsification
This is one of the most modern methods of cataract surgery. A small incision is done at the edge of the cornea of the eyes. A tiny device is inserted through it, that emits high-frequency ultrasound vibration to dissolve the cataract formation. The dissolved parts are suctioned out of the eyes. The procedure is very quick and does not cause any pain to the eyes.
- Option 2
Micro incision cataract surgery (MICS)
This surgery requires a very high level of precision since an incision of 1.8 mm is done to reduce the invasion of the eyes. The cataract is removed surgically through the incision and minimises recovery time due to the minute nature of the incision.
- Option 3
Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery (FLACS)
This surgery uses advanced laser-assisted technology to remove cataracts from the eyes. An optical imaging system is used to perform corneal incisions and fragments cataracts on the lenses.
What is a Cataract?
Cataract Symptoms
Here are some of the common cataract symptoms:
Blurry Vision: Cataracts blur your vision- that may appear like looking through a foggy glass.
Night blindness: The inability of the lens to let light pass through to the retina (due to cataracts) makes it very difficult to see properly at night.
Seeing faded colours: The development of cataracts can also be indicated if you are viewing colours around you in a faded manner
Halos around lights: Viewing halos around lights and looking at lights in a blurry manner is a major indicator of cataracts.
Double vision: An advanced stage of cataracts can also be indicated by a blurry vision that leads to viewing a single object as two(double vision).
Frequent change of glasses (for people with glasses): If you wear glasses and are required to change the glasses frequently due to changing powers, then it is likely to be caused by a cataract.
Sensitivity to glare: Sensitivity to glare indicates loss of visual acuity to light, a major indicator of the development of cataracts.
Cataract Causes
There can be various causes of cataracts. Some of the common causes of the ailment are listed below:- Ageing
Oxidisation around the eyes caused by oxidative stress results in the formation of cataracts on the lenses of the eyes. - Exposure to ultraviolet rays
Ultraviolet rays can cause damage to the eyes and lead to the formation of cataracts on them. - Long term use of steroids
Steroids can have a long term effect on the eyes and using them for prolonged periods may cause the formation of cataracts. - Trauma
Trauma to the eyes like the insertion of objects or blunt force can damage the lens and cause cataracts. - Radiation therapy
Radiation therapy for diseases like cancer may lead to the formation of cataracts. - Diabetes
People with uncontrolled diabetes are at a higher risk of developing cataracts.
- Ageing
A cataract is an eye disorder that affects the vision of a person suffering from it. Cataracts are formations of a dense and cloudy layer in the lens of the eyes. This layer obstructs the passage of light through the lens, resulting in unclear and blurred vision in the person affected by it.
The formation of cataracts happens when proteins in the eye accumulate at the lenses, preventing them from sending clear images to the retina (part of the eye that processes the things we see). The retina is responsible for sending signals to the brain through optic nerves to process vision as a response.
Cataracts develop slowly and generally affect people who are elderly. It is very important to treat cataract as it causes considerable visual impairment and can even lead to total blindness if left untreated. Do not worry, as cataract treatment is very easy with most advanced cataract surgery treatment options . Treatment of cataracts with surgery can successfully return vision to a person.
Our stellar doctors
Dr. Jatin Asher
Opthalmologist12 Years ExperienceMD Opthal , DNB Opthal , MBBS
Dr. Maunil Bhutta
IR- Vascular11 Years ExperienceMD - Radio Diagnosis/Radiology, DNB - Radio Diagnosis, MBBS
Dr. Swapnil Tople
Urologist13 Years ExperienceDNB - Urology/Genito - Urinary Surgery, MBBS
Dr. Sameer Bagadia
Urologist10 Years ExperienceDNB - Urology/Genito - Urinary Surgery , MS - General Surgery, MBBS
Dr. Vishal Tukaram
General Surgeon15 Years ExperienceDNB - General Surgery, FCPS - General Surgery, MBBS
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| Benefits | PharmEasy | Non PharmEasy |
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| Free second opinion with the surgeon | ||
| Free pickup and drop service | ||
| Deposit-free admission for patients with insurance | ||
| Free upgrade to a private room | ||
| Free Insurance documentation & processing | ||
| Free Pharmeasy+ annual membership | ||
| Support for surgery financing and zero cost EMI | ||
| Guaranteed discount for Diagnostic tests |
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Frequently asked questions
Is laser surgery or manual surgery better for cataract treatment?
Laser surgery for cataract treatment can be considered more precise than manual surgery.
What are the chances of recurrence of cataract after surgery?
There are minimal chances of recurrence of cataracts after cataract surgery.
Is the surgery performed under anaesthesia?
Yes, the surgeries are performed under local anaesthesia.
Is it safe to undergo cataract surgery with diabetes?
Yes, diabetics can undergo cataract-removal surgery. Consult your doctor and opthalmologist and mention your condition before getting the surgery.
How long does the surgery take to be completed?
It takes approximately 15-30 minutes to complete a MICS cataract surgery.