Phoenixville Eye Care Specialists

Prior to the Operation

If a cataract is to be removed, the doctor will request some special tests. The length of the eye will be measured by ultrasound in fractions of a millimeter. A probe gently touches the front surface of the eye in this test, which takes only minutes to perform. The results of this test will assist the doctor in prescribing the proper lens implant to restore your vision.

Behind a cloudy cataract is the retina, which must be healthy for good vision after the operation. The retina is like the film in a camera. The doctor may also request special tests of the retina prior to surgery.

Thanks to modern medicines and laser therapy, persons with glaucoma are generally not prevented from having a cataract removed.

Typcial Operating Room set up for cataract surgery

Cataract Surgery

Introduction

Contact Surgery Scheduler

What is a Cataract?

Symptoms of Cataracts

How is the Cataract Diagnosed

Prior to the Operation

Intraocular Lenses

Tecnis IOL

Small Incision Surgery

Phacoemulsification

Posterior Capsulotomy

Complications

After Cataract Surgery

Info for Patients on Flomax