Cirugia de cataratas in Cartagena, Colombia

Cataract surgery

What is cataract surgery?

Cataract surgery is an ophthalmic procedure that removes the cloudy natural lens of the eye and replaces it with an intraocular lens. It is the definitive treatment for cataracts when lens clouding affects vision and everyday activities.

When is cataract surgery needed?

Surgery may be recommended when cataracts cause blurred vision, difficulty driving or reading, problems seeing at night, light sensitivity, halos around lights, or frequent changes in eyeglass prescriptions. The decision depends on how much the cataract affects vision and the patient's daily life.

What specialist performs cataract surgery?

Cataract surgery is performed by an ophthalmologist specializing in cataracts and anterior segment surgery. Before the procedure, the specialist evaluates the eye and performs diagnostic tests to determine the most appropriate type and power of intraocular lens for each patient.

Find specialists in cataract surgery

At MedicosDoc, you can find ophthalmologists specializing in cataract surgery with experience in the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of patients with cataracts and other lens conditions.