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Cataracts are cloudy areas of the lens of the eye that are normally clear. They can cause blurred vision and other sight problems which can affect your enjoyment of everyday life and your ability to work. Cataracts can usually be removed in a straightforward procedure lasting 20-45 minutes. Why you might need it Cataracts are very common, particularly among older people. Its no surprise, therefore, that surgery to remove them is the most common operation performed in the UK, with more than 300,000 procedures carried out each year according to clinical sources. If you have cataracts you will usually have blurred, cloudy or misty vision. This happens because light cannot pass through the clouded lens to the back of the eye. Or you may see small spots or patches where your vision is less clear. Other symptoms might include double vision or finding it unpleasant to look at bright lights because of the amount of glare. Our eyesight is fundamental to both our ability to function and for enjoying lifes pleasures - such as reading or watching television. It is frustrating to lose the ability to do these activities and have our enjoyment of life curtailed. Surgery is the only proven effective treatment for cataracts. According to guidance issued by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, cataract surgery improves vision and is also associated with improvements in activity, anxiety, depression, confidence and quality of life. One of our highly trained consultant ophthalmologists will be able to offer you an initial consultation within a few days of contacting us. If you decide to book your cataract surgery with us youll be able to book an operation at a time and place that suits you. This will usually involve a 20-45 minute procedure carried out after you have had anaesthetic eye drops to numb the eye surface. Your surgeon will replace the faulty lens with a new one. While the NHS offers excellent eye care, some local NHS commissioners are limiting surgery to those who have particularly severe symptoms and waiting lists are long. |
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Dr. Andre Ismail | ||||||
Heathbourne Road,Bushey Heat | ||||||
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Ophthalmology |
Dr. Michael Toma | ||||||
Heathbourne Road,Bushey Heat | ||||||
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Ophthalmology |
Dr. Venki Sundaram | ||||||
Spire Harpenden Hospital,Amb | ||||||
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Ophthalmology |
Dr. Allon Barsam | ||||||
The London Clinic,London,W1G | ||||||
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Ophthalmology |
Dr. Alan Kosmin | ||||||
Heathbourne Road,Bushey Heat | ||||||
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Ophthalmology |
Dr. Simon Levy | ||||||
Heathbourne Road,Bushey Heat | ||||||
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Ophthalmology |
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By: | Brian Burton |
| Mar 18 2023 | |||
This was my second visit to this hospital, the first 7 weeks ago to have a total hip replacement, I was totally satisfied with not just the surgery but the accommodation, staff, meals cleaners and serving staff. I returned this week to have the second hip replaced and I am pleased to confirm that although some of the staff were people I had met previously, there were others that were new to me.I would like to confirm that the treatment l received was excellent again thank you so much for all your efforts and keep up the good work. I would not hesitate to recommend this hospital nor indeed the diagnostic centre down the road, which I also found to be of great professionalism and caring. Also thanks to the people in physiotherapy who Im sure are going to be as good as their colleagues. Once again thank you all |
By: | Anonymous |
| Jan 11 2023 | |||
I had my MRI scan today, I was the first patient of the day. I did not realise that I was claustrophobic going into a confined space so I kept getting anxiety and panic attacks were being triggered, however the radiographer was such a lovely gentlemen he was very patient and trying to help me clam down. I did get through by closing my eyes and pretending to myself I am not in a MRI tunnel. However thanks to the staffs calm attitude, patients and making me feel comfortable I got through it. I cannot remember the spelling of the gentlements name it started with p. |
By: | Beverly |
| Aug 3 2023 | |||
Everyone - from the receptionist to the nursing staff and the pantry folk were just lovely and caring and made a potentially stressful experience far less so. Thank you. |
Consultants Initial Consulation | £200 |
Diagnostic Investigations | £0 |
Main Treatment | £3,085 |
Aftercare | £0 |
Total Cost From: | £3,285 |
All prices are guide prices only and may change after a consultation. Please ask your provider for more details. |
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