How is cataract surgery performed?

One of the most effective methods of cataract treatment is its surgical removal.This method allows to completely restore the vision of a person with minimal risks of complications after such intervention, because it is most often recommended to patients at different stages of development of this disease. So that you can also weigh the pros and cons of such an operation and decide on its conduct, We suggest that you familiarize yourself with the specifics of its implementation and the process of recovery after such manipulation.

What it is

Cataract is commonly called opacification of the lens of the eye. This disease can be congenital, but more often it has acquired character and manifests itself usually in patients older than 45 years. With this pathology, the patient notes a gradual deterioration in vision, the appearance of a veil before the eyes, and sometimes a change in refraction. Over time, such symptoms may worsen.

Usually cataracts are extremely poorly susceptible to drug treatment. Patients with this pathology need an operation to replace the lens, which will allow them to maintain visual acuity.

Features of the procedure

The operation to remove cataracts is called phacoemulsification.

During surgery, the doctor makes a thin incision of the anterior chamber of the eye, removes the damaged lens, and then in its place introduces a lens, which in the future will perform the functions of the the lens.All manipulation takes half an hour. Sutures on the operated eye are not superimposed due to a very small incision.

After such an operation, the patient does not have scars on his eye. If the lens replacement is successful, the vision is restored completely.

Preparation of the patient

If a patient has been assigned an operation to remove the lens, a number of studies will be necessary for him a few days before the procedure, including ultrasonic measurements (they will enable to select the most suitable lenses for implantation), as well as surveys of the whole organism.

If any deviations are found, the doctor can recommend the patient to start taking specialized medications (for example, medicines for dilution of blood).Also, often people suffering from cataract before surgery are recommended to take special eye drops that reduce the risk of complications.

Drops Quinaks used in the treatment of glaucoma and cataracts

Also, a patient before such an intervention will be recommended a refusal of eye make-up cosmetics, as well as wearing contact lenses. Return to them, he can after the end of the postoperative period.

The phased process of

The procedure for replacing the lens of the eye with cataracts is carried out in several stages.These are:

1. Introduction of local anesthesia.It allows you to make this manipulation as comfortable for the patient as possible.
2. Micro-cut.Its value can vary from 2 to, mm depending on the readings.
3. The introduction of a special liquid into the anterior chamber of the eye.This fluid is necessary in order to protect other tissues of the eye from unwanted ultrasound.
4. Introduction of a probe into the eye chamber for further destruction of the lens under the influence of ultrasound.The contents of the lens at this stage are converted into an emulsion for easy removal from the eye chamber.
5. Installing a lens replacing the lens.

   Phacoemulsification

After this, the doctor will have to remove from the eye chamber a substance that closes other parts of it from the ultrasound. After that, the edges of the seam are subjected to special treatment. At this stage, the operation is considered complete.

Postoperative period

After carrying out such an operation, a bandage is applied to the patient on the damaged eye.To avoid complications after surgery, he may be recommended to use special antibacterial drops, as well as some common drugs.The complete restoration of vision after such intervention comes usually on the seventh day, sometimes later.Previously, there is no point in assessing the effectiveness of such an intervention.

Kataraks used in post-operative care

Those patients who want to pick up corrective optics after the operation, it is necessary to address this question to the doctor only after a week or two after the removal of cataract. Earlier, a specialist of a very high level will not be able to find suitable glasses.

Recommendations for caring for the patient

To ensure that after this operation the patient does not have any health problems, he must adhere to a number of general recommendations.In particular, it is especially important during this period:

• Avoid excessive eye strain.It is recommended during this period to refuse to watch TV and work behind the monitor.
• Do not rub the damaged eye.Take care not to get into it not only dust and dirt, but also ordinary water from under the shower.
• Refuse to exercise.Return to them will be only on the advice of a doctor.
• Do not visit the baths and saunas.For a while, refuse to swim in any water bodies.
• Refuse to drive the car.Agree the timing in which you can return to the wheel, as well as start working again, you can also already with your doctor.
• Wear sunglasses.They will help reduce the strain on the eyes in the first days after the operation.
• Timely pass all the necessary postoperative research.Apply eye drops and other drugs strictly on the advice of a doctor.

Also, after such an intervention, the patient needs to monitor his vision. If he sees any worsening, you need to urgently go to the doctor, undergo an additional examination and take all possible measures to eliminate postoperative complications.

Reviews of people

Many patients have already transferred this procedure and left their feedback about it. We suggest that you familiarize yourself with them so that you can take a weighted decision on such treatment.

Vika

With the operation I was very lucky. She passed quickly and painlessly, normal vision returned almost immediately. Those who believe that this treatment is very expensive, I want to report that it has quotas. For me, such surgery is devoid of shortcomings.

Maria

The operation does come easily and quickly. Vision is restored completely, but here in the presence of complications after the operation it can very quickly disappear. Therefore, I advise everyone to carefully approach the selection of the clinic and monitor their condition after the operation. There have been cases when, due to complications from infection, patients lost sight completely.

Olga

I have long refused such treatment, I was just scared. Heard stories about how people after him generally get blind. In the end, she decided to do it. After her I see perfectly, the glasses I've worn for several years, I do not need anymore.

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conclusions

As you can see, the operation on the eye to remove cataracts is one of the most simple and effective methods of treating this pathology.With timely and correct execution, it allows you to fully restore the vision of a person. All that a patient needs to do to get the maximum effect from this procedure is to consult a doctor as soon as possible if symptoms appear cataracts, undergo a full examination and follow all the recommendations of a physician on preoperative and postoperative care for the affected eye. And then you will not have any health problems.