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What is Complex Cataract?

In the majority of cases, cataract surgery is a routine and relatively straightforward surgical procedure.

On occasion, unique individual cases may present with complex cataracts which can challenge the successful completion of surgery. Our team of Laser Vision doctors hold positions within the NHS as consultant eye surgeons and have a combined experience of over 100 years.

We are well equipped to manage complex cases using state-of-the-art technology such as the Ziemer Z-8 laser.

Complex Cataract Symptoms

What are the Symptoms?

  • Blurring of vision
  • Glare – particularly at night
  • Ghosting of images or double vision
  • Reduction in contrast and colour perception
  • Rapidly changing prescription
  • Halos around bright lights

What are the Causes?

Cataract surgery may be complicated by the following reasons: very high prescription glasses, injury or trauma, history of inflammatory episodes such as Iritis or Uveitis, Glaucoma, medications such as Doxazosin or Tamulosin, high blood pressure, chronic cough and severe anxiety.

Causes
Causes

What are the Causes?

Cataract surgery may be complicated by the following reasons: very high prescription glasses, injury or trauma, history of inflammatory episodes such as Iritis or Uveitis, Glaucoma, medications such as Doxazosin or Tamulosin, high blood pressure, chronic cough and severe anxiety.

Complex Cataract Diagnosis

What is the Diagnosis?

The only proven treatment that is effective and reverses the effect of cataract is surgical removal of the natural lens and implantation of an artificial lens.

Most cataract surgery is performed by ultrasound, in a technique called ‘phacoemulsification’. The most precise and advanced method for removing cataracts now is with femtosecond laser technology, also known as ‘Femto Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery’ (FLACS)

At LaserVision, we use the latest Ziemer Z8 Laser technology; which is proven to be the fastest and lowest energy laser in the world. Surgery also offers the opportunity to reduce dependency on glasses and contact lenses by choosing a bespoke premium lens.

Your consultant can discuss these options with you during a consultation.

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