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RLE is a treatment option for presbyopia
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Ophthalmology

Refractive lens exchange and presbyopia

Presbyopia is a common age-related vision condition that typically begins to affect individuals in their 40s. It happens when the natural lens of the eye loses flexibility, and it becomes difficult focussing on close objects. For those seeking a long-term solution to presbyopia, refractive lens exchange (RLE) has emerged as an effective treatment option.

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Ophthalmology

The most common questions about cataract surgery

Cataract surgery is among the most frequently performed and highly successful procedures globally. Cataracts, a natural part of the ageing process, are clouded areas that form within the eye’s lens, causing blurry vision, glare, and difficulty seeing in low light. If you or a loved one is considering cataract surgery, it’s normal to have questions. Here, we address some of the most frequently asked questions to help you feel informed and comfortable with the process.

Cataract with macular degeneration, macular hole, macular membrane or vitreomacular traction
Mrs Patel Gordon-Bennett

By Mrs Patel Gordon-Bennett
08.11.24
Ophthalmology

What can be done for cataract with macular degeneration, macular hole, macular membrane or vitreomacular traction?

A cataract (cloudy lens) is one of the most common eye conditions in those over the age of 60 years, resulting in blurred, reduced vision. In addition, the macula (the centre of the retina responsible for your fine, detailed vision and your colour vision), can also become affected as we get older. In this article, leading ophthalmologist Dr Patel Gordon-Bennett discusses the treatment options for those with cataract and macular issues.

A diagram of the eye's structures
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Ophthalmology

Surgical retina: Essential information on surgery, recovery, and eye health

Surgical retina is a specialised branch of ophthalmology focused on treating conditions that affect the retina, the light-sensitive tissue layer at the back of the eye essential for clear vision. This article explores when retina surgery is required, the different surgical options, and the long-term outlook for vision and retina health after surgery.

Glaucoma can be treated with the eyePlate device.
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Ophthalmology

The eyePlate device: A groundbreaking solution for advanced glaucoma

Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness, affecting over 700,000 people in the UK and 80 million globally. For those with advanced or aggressive forms of the disease, treatment options have often been limited, particularly when conventional therapies have proven insufficient. However, a pioneering device, the eyePlate, is changing the landscape of glaucoma treatment and providing new hope for patients with difficult-to-manage eye pressure.

Eye with premium lenses after cataract surgery
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Ophthalmology

Premium lenses for cataract surgery

Cataract surgery is one of the most common and effective procedures for restoring vision, especially in older adults. Traditionally, the standard lens implant, or intraocular lens (IOL), used in cataract surgery restores vision at a single distance, usually for distance vision. However, premium lenses offer advanced solutions, enabling clearer vision at multiple distances and reducing dependence on glasses.

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