What is a Cataract?
A cataract is a progressive clouding of the eye's natural lens that interferes with light passing through to the retina. Over 50% of people over 60 (and some younger) have cataracts. Cataracts worsen over time and vision changes are like looking through a waterfall or wax paper. Reading can become more difficult and driving dangerous. Some people experience bothersome glares, halos around lights, and/or double vision. There is no treatment to reverse or prevent cataracts. To achieve clear vision, the cataract must be removed.
Cataract Surgery Step-by-StepCataract surgery is performed on an out-patient basis, with local or "eye-drop" anesthesia, and takes only a few minutes. |
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| 1. A small incision is made in the side of the cornea. | 2. An ultrasonic probe (phacoemulsifier) is used to break up and remove the cloudy lens. |
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| 3. An artificial intra-ocular lens is inserted. | 4. The lens is in place and the incision heals without stitches. |
Recovery
Many cataract patients report improvement in their vision immediately, and most patients return to their normal routines within a day or two.
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