Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery is performed under local anesthesia and is an outpatient procedure. The cloudy lens is removed from the eye using a microscope, micro-surgical instruments, and ultrasound technology. Lasers can also assist with the removal of cataracts.
The removed cataract is replaced by a permanent intraocular lens implant that restores the focusing power of the eye. Multi-focal, mono-focal and astigmatic lenses are available. Ask your a Chattanooga Eye Institute Representative to explain the differences and help you with the decision.
In approximately one-fifth of all patients who have cataract surgery the natural capsule that supports the intraocular lens implant becomes cloudy. In these cases, a YAG laser is used to open the cloudy capsule and restore clear vision.
Cataract surgery is a highly successful procedure, resulting in improved vision in more than 90% of all cases, unless there are other problems found with the cornea, retina, or optic nerve. More than 1.4 million people have cataract surgery in the United States each year. However, it is important to remember, as with any surgery, complications can occur, and a positive result cannot be guaranteed.
As with any eye problem, please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about your situation.