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| The Procedure |
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| Pre-Treatment |
You will first need to come to the LaseRx clinic for a complete eye examination. Once it is determined that you have a cataract, the doctor will normally give you a thorough eye examination, to make sure that you have no other ocular problems, as with the retina, or glaucoma. Once you have decided upon a mutually convenient date for surgery, then you will also be advised certain blood test etc., so as to determine that you are otherwise fit for surgery (for e.g., patients with uncontrolled diabetes (high sugar levels), are not normally considered fit for surgery). You must then arrive at the clinic on the appointed date, usually with a relative/friend, who will accompany you after the surgery. |
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| During Treatment |
During treatment you will be given anesthesia. Anesthesia is necessary for any cataract removal technique used. Two types of anesthesia, local and topical, are used in most cataract cases.
Local anesthesia eliminates any sensation of pain, and prevents movement of the eye during surgery. Topical anesthesia is administered only by putting anesthetic drops in the eye. This eliminates pain to a large extent, but does not prevent your eye from moving around. Both types of anesthesia leave you fully aware and awake during operation. The type of anesthesia that the surgeon chooses depends on the procedure, the condition of the eye, and your ability to co-operate with the surgeon.
The normal phacoemulsification procedure, followed by lens implantation, takes only about 10-20 minutes. Count on being inside the theatre for about 30 minutes. |
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| Post-Treatment |
One of the benefits of modern, small incision cataract surgery is that you will be able to return home soon after the surgery. After the surgery, the surgeon may, or may not, apply a patch on your eye. You will be given instruction on eye-care, including any medications that may be required. You shall be able to resume normal activities shortly after your surgery.
Over time, improvement in your vision will continue as your eye recuperates from surgery. Your doctor will schedule follow-up appointments, as needed, to check on your vision recovery progress |
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