Cataract refractive surgery: Innovative technology provides more choices for Canadian cataract patients.
Historically, cataract surgery was aimed at removing the clouded lens of the eye and replacing it with an artificial lens; this provided clear vision to patients but without regard to their refractive error-their need for spectacles or contact lenses after surgery. Modern diagnostic and surgical instrumentation now makes it possible to address these refractive errors at the time of surgery, introducing a new paradigm-cataract refractive surgery. Although not medically necessary, many patients appreciate the chance to reduce or eliminate their need for spectacles after surgery, even if some personal cost is involved.
Science in Vision, Akron, NY, USA. rick@scienceinvision.com.
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