This is an interesting question which needs to be answered. Cataract develops slowly over time and leads to blurred vision in both eyes and impairs the daily activities of the person who is affected. The surgery for cataract is very successful and advanced. Safety has increased manifold due to newer technologies.
But should undergo both eye cataract surgery at the same sitting or the same day. Also called “Simultaneous bilateral cataract surgery” it has been successfully performed and is generally safe and effective.
One needs to know the advantages and disadvantages of simultaneous both eye cataract surgery. There are various factors that determine if one should do both eye cataract surgery at the same time. The condition of the eye, nature of the cataract, severity of the cataract, risk of general health, preference of the patient. Any surgery is associated with risks. When there is a considerable gap between the two eye surgeries, this risk is reduced.
The advantages of same sitting cataract surgery need to be mentioned. This saves time and resources, reduces the number of follow up and reduces the recovery time. If there are risks of anesthesia or risk to general health this is reduced. Binocular vision can be restored fast in cases of abnormal or high refractive error.
The disadvantages are if there is a risk of infection this can be transmitted to the other eye when both eyes are operated at the same time. Sometimes there are serious problems like inflammation or infection which can be tough to deal with. Sometimes the recovery may be delayed and this may hamper the vision in both eyes which may make the patient stressed out and worried.
While most doctors will advise cataract surgery between the two eyes at an interval, in special cases where the general health is very poor or it is a small child who may need general anesthesia one may consider same sitting cataract surgery for both eyes.
Dr Ramesh Murthy at AXIS EYE CLINIC has more than 20 years’ experience and has trained at the best eye institutes in India and abroad. His vast experience helps him in tackling the most complex cases with ease. He has a pleasant demeanour and is frank and honest in revealing to the patients beforehand what to expect and what the result will be. He is positive, friendly, and always has a determination to do the best for the patient.
Dr Ramesh Murthy is a renowned eye surgeon and one of the best cataract surgeons of Pune, well-known for his excellent results. He is considered among the best eye specialists in Pune. He is also among the best oculoplasty and best squint surgeons in the city of Pune. He is available at Axis Eye Clinic, Pune which is among the best eye clinics in Pune. Axis Eye Clinic provides comprehensive eye care for all eye-related problems. The staff at Axis Eye Clinic are well versed with Mediclaim and insurance procedures and are always there to help you. Axis Eye Clinic is empanelled for cashless eye surgery with all insurance companies and has facilities for Bajaj Finance.
