Learn About Cataracts
What is Cataracts?
A cataract is a common, painless change in the eye’s natural lens that can gradually make your vision cloudy or blurred. In a healthy eye, light passes through a clear lens to the retina, which sends images to your brain.
As a cataract develops, these images become less sharp, making it harder to see clearly.
Cataract removal is a quick, comfortable, same-day procedure performed by experienced surgeons—helping you see the world clearly again.
What causes Cataracts?
Cataracts can develop for many reasons, but the most common is simply getting older. In fact, many people over 60 experience some clouding of the lens as a normal part of ageing.
Other factors that can increase the risk include diabetes, eye injuries, long-term use of steroid medications, and family history of cataracts.
In rare cases, babies can be born with cataracts (called congenital cataracts), often due to inherited conditions or illnesses during pregnancy, such as rubella.
Symptoms of Cataract
Common symptoms may include:
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Vision that appears blurred, cloudy, hazy, or foggy
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Colours appearing faded or with a yellowish tint
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Seeing halos or rings around lights
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Poor night vision, especially while driving
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Increased sensitivity to bright light or glare
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Needing frequent changes in your glasses prescription
Early diagnosis can help manage cataracts before they significantly affect your lifestyle
Cataract Treatment Options
The only effective treatment for cataracts is surgery, where the cloudy natural lens is replaced with a clear intraocular lens (IOL). It is among the safest and most common procedures worldwide, restoring clear vision and quality of life.
At EEC-CS, we offer:
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Safe, advanced surgery with quick recovery
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Choice of IOLs to suit your lifestyle
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Day-care procedure (done in under 30 minutes)
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Personalised care for the best results
Clearer vision, greater comfort, and improved quality of life — all with the trusted care of our expert team.
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Types of Intraocular Lenses (IOLs)
When undergoing cataract surgery, the cloudy lens is replaced with a clear, artificial lens called an intraocular lens (IOL). At EECNHS, we offer a range of IOL options to match your lifestyle and visual needs:
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Monofocal Lens – Clear vision at one distance (usually far).
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Multifocal Lens – See at near and far with less need for glasses.
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Toric Lens – Correct cataracts and astigmatism.
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Extended Depth of Focus (EDOF) Lens - Provide an extended range of vision, especially intermediate (computer, dashboard).
Our specialists will guide you through these options, helping you choose the lens best suited to your vision goals and lifestyle
Procedure: Cataract Surgery
Surgery begins with a precise 3mm incision at the corneal margin, allowing access to the lens while ensuring minimal disruption and quick healing
Phacoemulsification probe is inserted through a corneal incision, and ultrasound breaks the cloudy lens into minute fragments which is then removed using the probe tip.
A new, clear intraocular lens (IOL) is inserted in the lens capsule. The chosen IOL is usually folded to fit through the small incision and then unfolded into position.
The new intraocular lens is suitably positioned. Small incisions heal naturally without the use of sutures, and vision is restored.
Pre-Operative Consultation
Before surgery, we perform detailed measurements to ensure the surgeon selects the right lens type and strength for optimal vision.
The lens can be chosen to focus your eye at the distance you desire. Most people choose to have the focus sharpest in the distance.
The surgeon will recommend an intraocular lens based on your overall eye health, lifestyle, and the measurements gathered at the pre-operative examination. There are two categories of IOL:
Monofocal IOL: These lenses help provide clear vision at a single fixed distance, typically for seeing far. Reading glasses are needed for close-up tasks like reading or using a computer.
Multifocal IOL: These lenses make images viewed at a distance and near clearer. Individuals can function without glasses for distance and most near tasks. Many patients opt for multifocal implants.
CataractsTreatment Process
Cataract Surgery Options
Cataract Surgery Pricing
We value transparency and provide clear pricing for each type of cataract surgery that we undertake. During our initial free consultation, the best cataract treatment for you will be determined depending on your individual requirements. To guarantee that everyone in need of private cataract surgery can afford it, we provide a number of convenient financing solutions, including interest-free financing for up to 00 months.
Explore to learn more about the surgery, payment options, and insurance coverage.
Schedule an Appointment
Ready to experience top-notch eye care services? Book an appointment with EEC-CS today and take the first step towards improving your vision and eye health.
