Cataract Surgery (Cataract Extraction)
Cataract Surgery (cataract extraction) removes the cloudy lens inside your eye and replaces it with a clear artificial lens (intraocular lens, or IOL). cataract surgery removes the cloudy lens and replaces it with a clear artificial lens. Vision improves immediately after.
Procedure Overview
Cataract Surgery (Cataract Extraction)
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When Is This Procedure Recommended?
- Clear vision returns
- Colors become bright again
- Glare disappears
- Night vision improves
- Vision keeps improving weeks after
- Most get excellent results
Procedure Details
- Cloudy lens from cataracts
- Vision loss affecting daily life
- Ready for surgery when vision inadequate
- Usually after age 60
- Earlier if occupational need
- Both eyes can be done
Recovery & Expected Outcomes
- Anesthesia drops
- Small incision in cornea
- Ultrasound breaks up lens
- Artificial lens inserted
- Incision often self-closes
- Recovery takes several weeks
Interested in This Procedure?
KSA Vision Clinic performs this procedure with world-class expertise. Schedule a consultation with our ophthalmologists to discuss if this procedure is right for you.
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