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Cataract Surgery Treatment in Bangalore

Cataract surgery

Cataract Surgery in Bangalore

A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye that can cause blurry vision, faded colour, and night blindness. It forms when proteins in the eye's lens clump together. Often associated with age-related vision issues, it commonly affects older people, but those with medical conditions such as diabetes and patients with previous eye surgeries can also develop cataracts. 

Cataract surgery is a procedure done to remove the clouded lens and restore vision to normalcy with a synthetic lens. It is a fairly common procedure and is done with little to no complication in a majority of cases. The ultimate goal of cataract surgery is to improve eyesight for individuals dealing with visual problems caused by cataracts condition. 

Cataract Surgery - How is it performed?

Cataract surgery typically lasts an hour or less, and it rarely requires a post-procedural hospital stay. The treatment, which begins with the administration of eye drops to dilate the pupil, may cause some drowsiness, even though you generally remain conscious. 

One popular technique for removing cataracts is phacoemulsification, which requires a small corneal cut. Using a tiny probe with ultrasonic waves, the cataract is broken into fragments and suctioned out, leaving the rear half of the natural lens intact. Closure of the minor incision may involve stitches. 

Alternatively, Extracapsular Cataract Extraction necessitates a larger incision, through which both the front half of the lens and the cataract are removed in one piece using specialized tools. The posterior part of the natural lens is preserved to support the artificial lens, requiring stitches for the larger incision. Following either phacoemulsification or extracapsular evacuation, the prosthetic lens is inserted into the now-empty lens capsule

Consult our Ophthalmology Specialist Doctors if you need Cataract Surgery in Bangalore.

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FAQ's

Yes, cataract surgery is a common and highly successful procedure. In most cases, it is performed with little to no complications. The success rate is high, and patients often experience significant improvement in vision after the surgery. Consult our ophthalmologists if you need Cataract Surgery in Bangalore

Cataract surgery typically lasts an hour or less and rarely requires a post-procedural hospital stay. 

  • One common technique is phacoemulsification, where a small corneal cut is made, and ultrasonic waves are used to break the cataract into fragments. 

  • Another technique is Extracapsular Cataract Extraction, involving a larger incision to remove the lens and cataract in one piece. 

The recovery process after cataract surgery is generally quick. Most patients experience improved vision within a few days, with optimal results achieved in a few weeks. While some mild discomfort or irritation may occur initially, it is essential to follow the post-operative care instructions provided by the eye surgeon to ensure a smooth recovery.

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