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Cataract surgery today is typically performed using a microincisional procedure. To the patient, this means minimal discomfort during or after surgery, a more speedy recovery of vision, and reduced risk of induced astigmatism. This means less dependence on glasses afterwards.
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How Cataracts Develop |
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A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens inside your eye. This lens, located behind the iris works just like the lens of a camera, focusing light images on the retina, which sends the images to your brain.
The human lens, made mostly of protein and water, can become clouded to the point of keeping light and images from reaching the retina. Eye injury, certain diseases, or even some medications can cause the clouding, but in over 90% of cases, clouding is caused by the aging process. A cataract is not a "film" over the eye, and it cannot be corrected by laser. The best way to treat a cataract is to remove the old, clouded lens and provide a replacement. |
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Phacoemulsification is the method of cataract extraction preferred and currently performed by Dr. Adelson.
Using this technique, the cataract is removed through a small incision only one-eighth of an inch in width. The phaco instrument has a needle that vibrates ultrasonically to liquefy the hard core of the cataract which is suctioned from the eye through a tiny, hollow tube.
Because the incision is smaller than is required with other types of surgery, the eye heals more quickly, enabling the patient to enter and leave the surgical facility the same day and to resume most normal activities within 24 hours following the procedure.
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| Tiny incision ensures, safer, faster recovery for your eyes |
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| The cataract is broken up using ultrasonic waves and is then removed by vacuum using the same instrument |
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The most natural and efficient method of replacing the cataractous lens is by implanting an "intraocular lens" as a part of the surgical procedure. The plastic replacement lens is permanently held in place by small, spring-like loops attached to a membrane that was part of the cataract.
A lens is placed into the eye and secured in place of the natural lens. Because of the size of the incision, no stitches are required. A protective plastic sheild is placed over the treated eye and the natural pressure inside the eye will heal the incision within a few days. |
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| Once the cataract has been removed, the intraocular lens in inserted into the eye and secured in place. |
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