Cataracts Congenital lens of the eye is a medical condition characterized by clouds, and it occurs as a result of aging, injuries, exposure to radiation and UV (ultraviolet) light and various diseases such as diabetes or metabolic disorders. In 95% of cases, cataracts are simply the result of aging.Also read – ‘Baba Ka Dhaba’ fame couple will undergo one more cataract surgery today
The WHO / NPCB (National Program for Control of Blindness) survey shows that there are more than 22 million blind people (12 million blind people) in India, with 80.1 per cent cases of cataracts. A total of 3.8 million people lose their sight every year due to cataracts. Glamio Health co-founder Dr. Preet Pal Thakur reveals some facts about cataract surgery that people do not know about. Also read – ‘Gift of clear vision’: Now ‘Baba Ka Dhaba’ couple will get cataract surgery free of cost from a doctor in Delhi.
3 things you should know about cataract surgery:
It is an essential surgery
During cataract surgery, which takes about 10-15 minutes, the clouded lens of the eye is removed and replaced with an artificial version called an intraocular lens. Surgical removal of cataracts is a relatively safe procedure with a high success rate. A number of studies have shown that cataract surgery not only improves long-term survival for older adults, but also reduces the risk of falls and fractures. Also read – Quality Health Approved for All Schemes, 52 Free Surgeries in Private Hospitals in Delhi-NCR: Key Facts
It is a painless surgery
Surgical phobia is a painless, trouble-free procedure, despite the fact that it causes delays in cataract surgery. Before and after surgery, ophthalmologists anesthetize eye drops to relieve pain and any complications.
Unlike traditional cataract surgery, which involves cutting a cataract into small pieces using a 2-mm incision on the cornea and ultrasound, modern cataract surgery involves cutting the cataract into smaller pieces using ultrasound and laser technology. Surgery is always recommended after early diagnosis because, when cataracts are still immature, both surgery and recovery time are reduced.
Clouded lenses are replaced by synthetic lenses
During cataract surgery, a surgically implanted replacement lens called an intraocular lens (IOL) is used to replace a removed non-functional lens. IOL is used to focus light on the back of the eye and stay in place for the rest of the patient’s life. All IOLs used in modern cataract surgeries are of high quality and provide excellent, long-term vision stability, allowing patients to see bright colors and easily engage in activities such as driving, reading and writing.
Most patients do not know how cataracts affect daily life as cataracts develop over time, which is why cataract surgeons recommend regular checkups. It is also important for patients to choose a medical health care facility with experienced surgeons who can provide cataract surgery without causing complications.
