Cataract Surgery in Maharashtra
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What is Cataract Surgery?
Removal of the clouded natural lens and replacement with a clear artificial lens to restore vision
15-30 minutes
0 days
1-4 weeks
₹15,000 – ₹80,000
Local
99%
Why Cataract Surgery Is Needed
Performed when the eye's natural lens becomes clouded, most commonly due to age-related changes, but also from diabetes, prolonged steroid use, eye injury, or congenital causes, once the clouding significantly impairs vision and daily activities. Surgery is generally recommended once the cataract interferes meaningfully with reading, driving, or other everyday tasks, rather than based on a fixed severity threshold.
Signs You May Need Cataract Surgery
Blurry or cloudy vision, increased sensitivity to glare, especially from headlights while driving at night, fading or yellowing of colors, frequent changes in eyeglass prescription, and difficulty seeing in low light are the classic warning signs. Double vision in one eye and halos around lights can also occur as the cataract progresses.
Types of Cataract Surgery
Phacoemulsification, using ultrasound energy to break up and remove the clouded lens through a tiny incision before inserting a folded artificial intraocular lens, is the standard modern technique. Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery is a newer variant that uses a laser for some of the incision and lens-fragmentation steps, while older extracapsular extraction is now reserved for rare, more advanced cases.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How successful is cataract surgery?
It's one of the most successful and commonly performed surgeries in medicine, with the vast majority of patients experiencing significantly improved vision.
Is the surgery painful?
No, it's done under local anesthesia with the patient usually awake but comfortable, and most people feel little to no pain during or after.
How soon can I return to normal activities?
Most people resume normal daily activities within a few days, though full visual stabilization can take a few weeks.
Will I still need glasses after surgery?
Many patients need glasses for some tasks like reading even after surgery, though premium lens options can reduce dependence on glasses; discuss lens choices with your ophthalmologist.
What happens if I don't get cataract surgery?
The cataract will typically continue to worsen over time, progressively reducing vision, so most people eventually choose surgery once it starts affecting daily life.