Micro Incision Cataract Surgery with Unifocal Lens in Jaipur

Why is micro incision cataract surgery a preferred choice?

Micro incision cataract surgery wins the crown of most preferred approach to treat cataract because of following reasons:

• Since smaller incisions are made on eye lens, recovery period is drastically reduced.
• Enhanced outcomes
• Lower rates of complications
• Provides better access to intraocular view

To perform micro incision cataract surgery, anesthesia is administered and an incision less than 1.8 mm is made. This not only helps in reducing surgical invasiveness but also in producing enhanced and better outcomes.

Before cataract surgery, ophthalmologist may ask you to undergo certain tests like blood sugar test, blood pressure test, hemoglobin count etc. to ensure that the surgery goes smoothly sans any complications.

Post micro-incision cataract surgery, doctor may suggest use of certain eye drops to keep eyes moisturized and accelerate healing process.

Below mentioned are few precautions that have to be practiced post surgery:

• Activities such as watching excess television that exerts extra pressure on eyes should be avoided
• Avoid going out in sun without glares to protect your eyes from harmful ultraviolet radiation
• Cover your eyes when around smoke
• Avoid rubbing of eyes
• Wear protective eye wear when driving
• Give proper rest to your eyes
• Avoid swimming and do not let water enter your eyes

Cataract if left untreated may result in permanent loss of vision. Hence, it is important that one consults with ophthalmologist as soon as possible when symptoms of cataract such as blurred vision, clouding of eye lens etc. become noticeable.