Cataract Surgery

Cataracts, which are caused by a clouding in the lens of the eye, are the most commonly-diagnosed eye condition in adults aged 55 and over. Cataracts tend to develop gradually. When the cloudy area begins to grow in size, it can start to cause blurred vision, double vision and light sensitivity. It can eventually lead to vision loss. On average 66% of 60 year olds experience a cataract – a number which increases as we get older. Younger people with a family history of this condition, or anyone with a medical problem such as diabetes or kidney disease, may also be susceptible.

Living with Cataracts

In the early stages of a cataract, glasses or contact lenses can help correct minor visual problems. But there are no non-surgical cataract treatments, such as eye drops, exercise or glasses, to make the cataract disappear once it has formed. Eventually the condition may worsen to the point where vision is seriously impaired. If this happens, the most effective treatment is to surgically remove the affected lens and replace it with an synthetic lens. Cataract surgery is safe, effective and painless.

The Optegra Treatment

Cataract surgery is typically performed under local anaesthetic on an out-patient basis and can take less than 20 minutes per eye. The surgeon makes a tiny incision on the surface of the eye and uses ultrasound energy to break up the cloudy lens, which is then removed and replaced with the new permanent synthetic lens.

Did you know that Optegra can also give people with cataracts the additional benefit of vision correction with Clarivu, Total Vision Correction?

Visit Clarivu.com to book your free Clarivu consultation at the Optegra eye hospital in Birmingham, Manchester, Solent, Surrey or Yorkshire or call 0800 368 4848 to find out more.

Which of our hospitals provide cataract treatments?

All our specialist hospitals are supported by over 80 NHS trained surgeons who are highly regarded within the medical community and known as experts in their disciplines. Our comfortable, state of the art hospitals are equipped with the latest technology, surgical equipment and theatre environments to give patients the best possible results. They are located in Birmingham, Manchester, Solent, Surrrey, and Yorkshire.