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What is Cataract?
Cataract is one of the eye diseases that can be seen in many people today and can be treated. It is a disease that occurs because the lens, which is normally transparent in the eye, becomes cloudy and cannot transmit light sufficiently. The causes and course of the disease may vary from patient to patient.
Cataract surgery is among the most reassuring operations. However, the fact that it is an easily applicable operation is an important factor in eliminating cataract discomfort in a short time. It is one of the diseases whose risk is minimised especially with operations that are not too late and applied in the early period.
What are the Causes of Cataract?
Cataract eye disease can develop based on many reasons. It is among the eye disorders that must be treated. However, cataract surgery is performed to restore the health of the eye. Some types of cataracts may have different characteristics from the standard eye and lens. In such cases, different applications and additional instruments may be used for the operation. Among the most important causes of cataract, it is possible to list the following:
- Advancing age
- Excessive exposure to sun rays
- Exposure to toxic chemicals
- Changes in body metabolism
- Toxic chemical substances
- Trauma
Such conditions may cause the development of cataract. Although it develops between 52 and 64 years of age due to age progression, there are also risks of occurrence at an earlier age. In some people, congenital cataract can be seen.
How Is Cataract Operation Performed?
Cataract is one of the problems that can be easily corrected by surgical operation. The operation required for this disease should be performed in the operating theatre environment. At the same time, sterile conditions should be provided for the operation, which should be performed with the help of an operating microscope. The duration of the operation varies depending on the degree of hardness of the cataract and the lens properties to be used. This duration is between 10 minutes and 30 minutes. At the same time, cataract surgery may be prolonged due to some reasons even in the normal process.
The type of anaesthesia to be used during the operation is decided by the doctor. Topical anaesthesia and sedation method can be applied according to the patient’s condition. Thanks to anaesthesia, patients do not feel any pain or ache during the operation. You may only be able to feel small touches. Depending on the type of anaesthesia, you may be in contact with the doctor or you may be completely anaesthetised.
Your standard pulse and blood pressure values will be kept under control during the entire operation. Accordingly, the doctor may give general or local anaesthesia to the patient. However, the most important point that patients should know is that the only treatment for cataract disease is surgery. Delaying this surgery causes the cataract to harden more and more. This may increase the risk of complications that may occur during surgery.
Lens Types to be Used in Cataract Surgery
In cataract surgery, various lens types are used according to different needs. Intraocular trifocal lenses provide clear vision at near, intermediate and far distances without glasses. While monofocal lenses sharpen only one distance, trifocal lenses offer three focal points, eliminating the use of glasses.
Trifocal toric lenses are suitable for patients with astigmatism and provide trifocal vision. Multifocal lenses help to solve both near and distance vision problems at the same time. Monofocal lenses, on the other hand, sharpen only one distance and are generally preferred for distance. Monofocal toric lenses correct blurred vision caused by astigmatism, but additional glasses may be needed for near vision. Each of these lens types is used to meet different visual needs in cataract treatment.
Medications to be used after cataract operation
After cataract surgery procedures are performed, there are some medications that the patient should use in order to return to normal life quickly. These medicines are prescribed by the doctor and their use is extremely important. The use of drops is generally important after the surgery.
Cataract Treatment with Phaco Surgery
Phaco surgery is one of the most commonly used methods in the treatment of cataract. Some cataract types may have different features than the standard eye. In such cases, phaco surgery is utilised. Treatment of the disease can be realised by using additional instruments and methods.
For example, iris hooks should be used in patients whose pupil is not very enlarged. Additional tools may be required to enlarge the pupil. Therefore, it is not possible to talk about a standard application for every cataract patient. Failure to enlarge the pupil in people with diabetes is among the common conditions. In addition to these, uveitis patients who develop adhesions in the eye can be shown in the risk group.
The most important feature of phaco surgery is the use of small incisions. It is known as phaco cataract surgery because it is performed under drip anaesthesia and no sutures are used. Since cataract surgery is an application requiring microsurgery, the experience of the physician is of great importance at this stage.
With this surgery, the lens in the eye is completely cleaned and the new lens is placed in the posterior capsule sac left in its place. Antibiotics are applied into the eye. After this process, the surgical procedure is terminated. In case of need for cataract surgery, it is extremely important to seek treatment from specialist doctors.
Cataract Treatment Prices
Cataract treatment costs can vary from person to person and one of the most important factors in determining these costs is the surgical technique to be used. Generally, cataract surgery costs vary depending on the features of the patient’s preferred smart lens. Your ophthalmologist will help you choose the smart lens that best suits your profession and lifestyle. Therefore, cataract surgery costs may vary according to the characteristics of the selected lens.”
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The above information is for informational purposes. If you have any medical concerns or questions, please make an appointment with our ophthalmologists.
