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Cataract Surgery

Removal of a clouded lens and replacement with an artificial lens.

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Cataract Surgery is usually provided within Ophthalmology, typically by ophthalmologists. Providers list the services they offer themselves; HealthNaro shows prices, hours and other details only when the provider has supplied them.

Illustration comparing a healthy eye with an eye with a clouded lens (cataract)
Image: https://www.myupchar.com/en, "Depiction of a person with Cataract", CC BY-SA 4.0, source

What it involves

Cataract surgery replaces the eye's cloudy natural lens with a clear artificial lens. The surgeon, an ophthalmologist, usually removes the lens through a small cut in the front of the eye and places the new lens in the same position. It is normally done as day surgery, under local anaesthetic.

Who it is for

It is for people whose vision has become clouded by a cataract to the point that it affects everyday activities such as reading, driving or recognising faces. The World Health Organization identifies cataract as a major cause of blindness worldwide, and surgery is the recognised treatment when it is needed.

How long it usually takes

The operation itself is often short, and you generally go home the same day. Planning, tests beforehand and follow-up add further visits.

What to expect

Before surgery you have an eye examination and measurements to choose the lens. On the day the eye is numbed, and you stay awake. Afterwards you wear a shield and are given instructions. A follow-up examination checks healing.

Aftercare

Follow the instructions about eye drops, protecting the eye and avoiding rubbing it. Avoid swimming and dusty places as advised. Contact your surgeon at once if you notice increasing pain, worsening vision or redness.

When to seek it

See an optometrist or ophthalmologist if your vision seems cloudy, glare is troubling you or you are finding daily tasks difficult. Sudden vision loss needs urgent attention.

What affects the cost

Cost depends on the type of lens chosen, the surgeon and facility, tests before and after, and whether one or both eyes are treated. HealthNaro shows a price only where a clinic has supplied a figure with a source and date.

Read more in our guide: Cataract surgery: how it works, recovery and the risks to understand.

This page is general information and not medical advice. In an emergency, contact your local emergency number.

Sources: NHS; American Academy of Ophthalmology; World Health Organization.

Providers offering cataract surgery

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Clinics (4)

  • Eye Clinic

    Centre Ophtalmologique Bonnevoie

    Bouneweg-Sud, Luxembourg, Luxembourg

    Le Centre Ophtalmologique Bonnevoie, situe au coeur du quartier de Bonnevoie a Luxembourg, vous accueille pour des soins specialises en sante visuelle. Notre equipe de medecins ophtalmologues propose une prise en...

    Reviewed by HealthNaro Ophthalmology
  • Eye Clinic

    Hubert Vision

    Helfent, Bertrange, Luxembourg

    Hubert Vision est un centre d'ophtalmologie innovant, moderne, completement informatise, qui utilise les dernieres technologies (OCT, champs visuels, lasers...) dans un cadre accueillant et confortable. La rapidite...

    Reviewed by HealthNaro Ophthalmology
  • Eye Clinic

    Ophtalmologie Bertrange

    Helfent, Bertrange, Luxembourg

    Cabinet d'ophtalmologie du Dr Julie Szabo et du Dr Lukas Bisorca Gassendorf a Bertrange. Consultations d'ophtalmologie generale pour adultes et enfants a partir de 8 ans : controle de la vue, depistage et suivi des...

    Reviewed by HealthNaro Ophthalmology

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