Wearing UV protection over your eyes and limiting the use of steriods, diuretics, and tranquilizers are thought to be proventative measures. A cataract can be delt with by bifocal glasses, magnification and proper lighting but often surgery is considered when vision deteriorates to a point that your quality of life is diminished. Cataract at this time cannot be removed by laser and a surgical incision must be made to remove the cloudy lens. An examination is done before the surgery to address questions and medical risks. At this time measurements are made to assess the need for an intraocular lens implant.
Anesthetic drops keep the procedure painless.
The eye is cleaned and you may see some light and movement for a few moments while the lens is removed and implant place. There is usually no stitch and no patch. You will be given a follow up appointment and eye drops will be prescribed. After a little time in recovery you are released to a driver and return home. In most cases you see better the same day.