Cataract Removal
If you have cloudy or blurry vision even while wearing glasses, and everyday activities are becoming difficult, you may have a cataract. Cataract surgery is the only effective treatment to remove the cloudy lens and restore clear vision.
Cataract surgery is a safe, quick outpatient procedure in which an ophthalmologist removes the cloudy natural lens and replaces it with a clear artificial intraocular lens (IOL). The procedure can help improve vision and make daily activities such as reading, driving, and recognizing faces easier.
The Cataract Procedure
Why Choose Cataract Surgery?
Improved clarity and quality of vision
Better vision for reading and everyday activities
Reduced glare and difficulty seeing at night
Modern, minimally invasive surgical techniques
Choice of suitable intraocular lenses based on individual needs
Experienced ophthalmic care before and after surgery
RECOVERY & AFTERCARE
Healing Time
Vision starts to clear in a few days, with total healing in about 4 to 8 weeks.
Eye Drops
Prescribed anti-inflammatory & antibiotic drops must be used for several weeks.
Precautions
Wear an eye shield at night, avoid rubbing or getting water in the eye, and do not lift heavy objects initially.
Risks
Rare complications include infection, swelling, bleeding, or retinal detachment.
Frequently Asked Questions
A cataract occurs when the natural lens inside the eye becomes cloudy, resulting in blurred or reduced vision.
Cataract surgery is generally performed under local or topical anaesthesia, so significant pain is not expected during the procedure. Some mild discomfort or irritation may occur afterward.
The actual procedure is usually completed within a relatively short period, although the total time at the hospital may be longer because of preparation and post-operative observation.
Yes. Cataract surgery is commonly performed as an outpatient procedure, and many patients can return home the same day after appropriate observation.
Vision often starts improving within the first few days, but the recovery period varies depending on the individual and the condition of the eye.
It depends on the type of intraocular lens selected and your individual visual requirements. Some patients may still need glasses for certain activities.
Cataract surgery is generally safe, but like any surgical procedure, it can have risks. Your ophthalmologist will explain the potential risks and expected benefits before surgery.
Follow your surgeon’s instructions. Generally, patients should avoid rubbing or pressing the operated eye and should take care with activities that could expose the eye to injury, dust, or contamination.
Follow-up schedules vary depending on the patient’s eye condition and the surgeon’s recommendations. Keeping scheduled appointments is important for monitoring healing and vision.
Contact your eye doctor promptly if you experience significant pain, sudden reduction in vision, increasing redness, swelling, discharge, flashes of light, or a sudden increase in floaters.