Cataract
Cataract
Cataract is the clouding over of the eye’s natural lens that lies behind the iris and pupil.
Cataract is the most common factor causing the loss of sight in patients older than 40 and is the greatest factor causing blindness in the world. In reality, more cases of cataract exist in the world than glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy combined.
The only effective solution is surgery. Cataract surgery is, quite possibly, the most effective surgical procedure in all of medicine. To this date, no effective conservative method has been discovered to prevent the onset of cataract and its progression in an otherwise healthy adult eye.
Risk factors in the onset and development of cataract are external effects. Namely UV-B radiation, smoking, using some medication or alcohol. Cataract develops also in patients with some types of metabolic diseases (for example diabetes), after intraocular surgeries, with some eye diseases and after traumatic injuries. Cataract, however, usually develops in connection with ageing.
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Types of cataracts
Different types of cataracts and how we treat them
Types of intraocular lenses
Read on to find out what types of lenses we use and why
FAQ (frequently asked questions)
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Cataract surgery step-by-step
The very first step en-route towards your sharp vision is making an appointment to undergo an unbinding specialised eye examination. In case that this examination proves that you are a suitable candidate for the surgical procedure of your choice, we will be happy to propose the soonest appointment availabilities to you. Here you will find other essential information that will help you throughout the entire process of undergoing your surgery.
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Before the surgery
Before we give the go-ahead to the actual surgery, there are some necessary examinations
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Surgical procedure
The day of your surgery will be split up into several parts.
Find out what each one entails and how to prepare yourself. -
After the surgery
Read up on the important steps and recommendations
that you must adhere to once you undergo a surgical procedure at our clinic.
