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Written by Top Doctors
Ophthalmology

To see or not to see: the pros and cons of lens replacement surgery

Not being able to see the world properly can feel like missing out on a lot – and there’s only so much one can tolerate about scratched-up spectacles, painful contacts, and constantly blurry vision. Many vision impairments can be attributed to issues with the lens of the eye. Whilst these issues are not dangerous to health, they can impact how people go about their daily lives. Activities that were once simple and ubiquitous like reading, writing, watching movies, going on walks in the evening, and driving become difficult and even hazardous. Vision can be completely restored with lens replacement surgery, but there are caveats to consider.

Written by Top Doctors

Written by Top Doctors
Ophthalmology

Keeping an eye on epiretinal membranes

Our eyes are delicate, complex organs with many components that work together to enable sight, but they are vulnerable to many conditions and do deteriorate as we age. Epiretinal membrane is one such condition that affects the vision. Though it is not dangerous, it is a nuisance.

Seeing eye to eye with cataract surgery

Cataracts are a condition that affects the eyes, where the lens, which sits behind the cornea and allows our eyes to focus, gradually gets cloudier as the proteins in the lens break down. The cataract can cause vision to become indistinct and blurry, shortsightedness, and difficulties with colour perception. In this article, experienced consultant ophthalmologist Mr Sumith Perera opens our eyes to the wonders of cataract surgery.

An expert insight into vitreoretinal surgery

Vitreoretinal surgery refers to surgical procedures that treat conditions affecting the retina and the vitreous, which is the gel-like substance inside the eye. In severe cases, these surgeries can be critical to prevent vision loss. Here, Mr Tafadzwa Young-Zvandasara, leading consultant ophthalmic surgeon, provides an expert insight into vitreoretinal surgery, addressing common patient questions.

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