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Cataract Treatment

Cataract
Restoring Clarity, One Vision at a Time

What do you understand by Cataract?

A cataract is an eye condition characterized by the clouding of the natural lens in the eye, leading to vision loss. Normally, the lens is clear and allows light to pass through, focusing on the retina. When a cataract develops, the lens becomes cloudy and interferes with normal vision.

Cataracts typically develop slowly and can affect one or both eyes. Symptoms may include faded colors, blurry vision, halos around light, trouble with bright lights, and trouble seeing at night.

Types of Cataract

Nuclear Cataracts

Form in the central part of the lens and are most commonly associated with aging.

Cortical Cataracts

Develop in the lens cortex and appear as wedge-shaped opacities that start at the periphery.

Posterior Subcapsular Cataracts

Affect the back of the lens and often interfere with reading vision and cause glare.

Congenital Cataracts

Present at birth, often due to genetics, infection, or trauma during pregnancy.

Traumatic Cataracts

Result from eye injury, which can develop immediately or years after the trauma.

Secondary Cataracts

Develop as complications of other medical conditions like diabetes or steroid use.

Treatments for Cataract

Surgical Options:

Phacoemulsification

The most common modern technique using ultrasound energy to break the cloudy lens into small pieces that are then removed.

SICS & MICS

Small Incision Cataract surgery & Micro Incision Cataract Surgery

Intraocular Lens (IOL) Options:

Monofocal IOL

Provides clear vision at one distance (near, intermediate, or far)

Multifocal IOL

Provides clear vision at multiple distances, reducing need for glasses

Toric IOL

Corrects astigmatism as well as cataracts

EDOF

Extended Depth of Focus

Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery:

Advanced femtosecond laser creates precise incisions, fragments the cloudy lens, and enhances accuracy for better recovery and visual outcomes.

Advanced Technology

Advanced Phaco System

High-speed ultrasound with customizable settings and enhanced safety for precise cataract surgery. Our state-of-the-art phacoemulsification system allows for smaller incisions and faster recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, modern advanced technology intraocular lenses (IOLs) can reduce or eliminate dependency on glasses. Options like multifocal, extended depth of focus, and toric IOLs can correct presbyopia and astigmatism along with cataracts.

Surgery is recommended when cataracts significantly interfere with daily activities like reading, driving, or watching TV. There's no need to wait until the cataract is "ripe" as in the past. Modern surgery can be performed at any stage when vision impairment affects quality of life.

Risk factors include advanced age, diabetes, smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, prolonged UV exposure, certain medications (like corticosteroids), previous eye injury or surgery, and family history. Protecting your eyes from UV light and managing health conditions can help reduce risk.

The actual surgical procedure typically takes about 15-20 minutes per eye. However, you should plan to be at the surgical center for 2-3 hours to allow for preparation, surgery, and initial recovery time.

No, cataract surgery is typically not painful. Patients receive local anesthesia to numb the eye, and may be given a mild sedative to help them relax. During the procedure, you might feel some pressure but not pain. Any discomfort after surgery is usually mild and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.