Phacoemulsification removes cataract using ultrasonic vibrations and aspiration. Small incisions allow for foldable IOL implantation. System includes ultrasound, aspiration, and irrigation components. Most common cataract surgery worldwide with excellent prognosis
Vitamin A helps produce photopigments and lubricates the eye. B vitamins support nerve cell function and protect myelin sheath. Vitamin C protects eyes from UV radiation and reduces cataract risk. Vitamin D supports eye health through anti-inflammatory properties. Vitamin E reduces free radicals and protects eye tissue
FDA approved Tecnis Eyhance and Eyhance Toric II lenses for cataract patients. New design provides slightly increased depth of focus compared to standard monofocal. Delivers 30% better image contrast in low light at 5mm. Available in 0.5-D increments from +5D to +34D
Crystalline lens is transparent structure behind iris focusing light on retina. Lens provides approximately one-third of eye's focusing power. Lens changes shape through accommodation controlled by ciliary body. Lens is made of 60% protein, highest concentration in body
Cataracts form when protein builds up in the lens, making it cloudy. Common in people over 60, usually forming slowly. Symptoms include cloudy vision, glare, and difficulty seeing at night
Scotoma is an abnormal blind spot in vision that may be temporary or permanent. Everyone has a pinhead-sized blind spot where optic nerve enters retina. Scotomas can appear as dark spots, flickering lights, arcs or floaters