What is a cataract?

The eye’s natural lens sits behind the iris and focuses light on the retina. A cataract is a clouding of the lens inside the eye which leads to a decrease in vision. Cataracts are a normal part of the aging process. They can also be caused by UV light exposure, some medications, trauma, genetics, diabetes and other medical conditions.

Symptoms:

  • Blurry vision
  • Difficulty appreciating colors
  • Glare and haloes in bright lights
  • Decreased night vision
  • Double vision

Cataract Surgery

To remove a cataract, a small incision is made into the cornea. An ultrasonic probe is used to break up the cataract and remove the fragments. The cloudy lens is then replaced with an artificial lens.

Laser Cataract Surgery with Catalys

Cataract surgery involves removing the cataract and replacing it with a clear artificial lens. Dr. Tham is now using the Catalys Precision Laser System to perform many key steps of the procedure that he/she used to perform with handheld instruments. This laser precision allows her to offer patients cataract surgery with unprecedented accuracy and customization.

Q, What are the benefits of laser cataract surgery?

A. With Catalys, your surgeon can provide you:

  • A highly customized procedure using advanced 3D imaging
  • A treatment with little or no discomfort
  • A more precise treatment [1,2]
  • A gentler and easier cataract removal [3]
  • Generally, a more rapid visual recovery due and reduced inflammation [4,5]
  • The opportunity to receive tailored treatment with advanced technology multi-focal lenses, which may reduce the need for glasses or contacts after surgery

Q. Am I a suitable candidate for laser cataract surgery? 

A. In our experience, most cataract patients are suitable patients for laser cataract surgery. Your doctor and his/her support staff will discuss your candidacy in more detail during your cataract evaluation exam.  

Q. How long has the procedure been performed? 

A. Thousands of procedures have been successfully performed using the Catalys Precision Laser System, and lasers have been used in eye procedures for decades. The Catalys Precision Laser System represents the new standard in precision laser cataract surgery, and it was cleared by the US FDA in 2011.

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