Cataracts occur when the natural lens within the eye becomes cloudy.
Common symptoms include blurred vision and increased glare.
When cataracts affect vision they can be surgically removed.
Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery is typically performed as a day procedure under local anaesthetic with some sedation.
The cloudy lens is removed and an artificial lens is inserted to improve vision and reduce the need for glasses.
Routine cataract surgery takes around 10 to 15 minutes and has a high success rate.
Intraocular Lens Options
When cataract surgery is performed a replacement lens is implanted into the eye.
A number of different intraocular lens options are available to use for cataract surgery.
Sunshine Coast Eye and Retina specialises in the latest intraocular lens technology allowing for a personalised choice of lens for each patient. Lens options include:
