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Cataract

Cataract is a leading cause of age-related preventable blindness worldwide.

Cataract eye surgery is one of the most commonly performed procedures worldwide, where the cloudy natural lens is removed and replaced with an artificial intraocular lens for clear vision. Advances in cataract surgery techniques have made this procedure efficient and safe, with more predictable refractive outcomes, minor or very rare cataract complications, and quicker cataract surgery recovery time. Patients who visit Rotary Hospital for cataract surgery are provided with an individualized treatment plan by our cataract surgeons based on their age, the severity of cataract vision loss, and daily activities to obtain the best vision possible post-cataract surgery.

Cataract is curable. Don’t let cataract symptoms affect your day-to-day living and quality of life.

Did you know that an estimated 20 lakh new cataract cases are seen in India every year and that cataract blindness can be completely avoided?

Cataract is a commonly occurring vision problem that develops as you grow older, due to clouding of the eye’s natural crystalline lens caused by a gradual build-up of proteins. 80% of the blindness in India is due to cataract. Most people develop cataracts after the age of 60, in one or both eyes. Cataract symptoms include hazy, blurred or double vision, sensitivity to light and glare, difficulty seeing in poor lighting conditions, difficulty in distinguishing changes in contrast, and fading of colours. Without cataract treatment, your vision will continue to deteriorate and affect daily activities, such as your ability to read and drive. An ophthalmologist can provide you with an accurate cataract diagnosis and advice you on cataract treatment options.