Cataract Treatment

Cataract is an eye condition characterized by clouding of the natural lens, which leads to gradual vision deterioration. Normally, the lens is clear and ensures proper focusing of light rays on the retina. However, with cataracts, this process is disrupted.

Cataracts develop gradually, and the symptoms may be subtle at first. As the condition progresses, a person may experience difficulty seeing at various distances. Initial signs include trouble reading or focusing on small details. Issues such as poor vision in dim light, a sense of fogginess or haze, and the feeling of looking through frosted glass may arise. Corrective glasses often fail to provide significant improvement in such cases.

To determine whether surgery is necessary, you need to undergo a comprehensive diagnostic examination. This includes a consultation with a doctor who will assess the potential outcome of surgery and select an intraocular lens tailored to your eye’s individual characteristics.

Lens clouding occurs due to structural and chemical changes in the proteins and fibers of the lens. These changes are often associated with aging processes, circulatory issues, and insufficient tissue nourishment.

Cataracts cannot be cured without surgery because the condition involves irreversible clouding of the eye’s natural lens. No medications or eye drops can restore lens clarity. Surgery is the only effective treatment option for cataracts.

Thanks to advanced technology and the surgeon’s expertise, cataract removal surgery typically takes about 5 minutes. However, including preparation and post-operative examination, you should expect to spend 2–3 hours at the center on the day of surgery.

Simultaneous cataract surgery on both eyes is not recommended. The interval between surgeries usually ranges from one day to a month, depending on the patient’s individual characteristics and the ophthalmologist’s recommendations.

Cataract removal is an outpatient procedure performed without stitches or injections using the advanced “English Water Flow iQ-5 Minutes” technology. A micro-incision is made, a specially balanced solution is introduced to break down the cloudy lens, which is then removed, and an intraocular lens is implanted. Local anesthesia is administered with numbing eye drops.

After cataract surgery, different types of intraocular lenses are implanted. If monofocal lenses are used, the patient will need glasses for reading. For those who prefer not to wear glasses, multifocal lenses can be implanted. The choice of lens is made by the doctor based on diagnostic results and the patient’s individual eye parameters.

Recovery after cataract surgery is typically quick. However, the duration may vary depending on the patient’s individual characteristics and the complexity of the procedure.