Foldable Intraocular Lens (IOL) Surgery

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Overview

Foldable intraocular lens (IOL) surgery is a type of cataract surgery that involves implanting a synthetic lens into the eye to replace the cloudy natural lens. The new lens is folded and inserted through a small incision in the cornea, where it unfolds and takes its permanent position.

Procedure

At Mahale Eye Hospital in Nashik, Maharashtra, foldable IOL surgery is an outpatient procedure. Local anesthesia is administered to numb the eye, followed by a small corneal incision. Using ultrasound waves, the cloudy lens is broken up and suctioned out. The folded IOL is inserted, unfolds behind the iris, and the incision is closed with stitches or self-sealing sutures.

Benifits

At Mahale Eye Hospital in Nashik, Maharashtra, foldable IOL surgery offers numerous advantages. With smaller incisions, patients experience faster healing, less discomfort, and reduced risk of complications. Visual recovery is typically faster compared to traditional surgery, with a lower risk of infection. Additionally, foldable IOLs come in various designs, improving vision at near, far, or both distances, making it a suitable option for most cataract patients, though not recommended for individuals with specific eye conditions like severe dry eye or uveitis.