Private Cataract Surgery in Surrey & Berkshire

What is a Cataract?

A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens inside the eye, which sits behind the iris and pupil. It is the most common cause of reversible vision loss worldwide and typically develops gradually as part of the natural ageing process.

Symptoms include blurred or hazy vision, increased sensitivity to glare and bright lights, difficulty reading or driving at night, and fading or yellowing of colours. When cataracts begin to interfere with daily activities, surgery is the only effective treatment.

YAG Laser Capsulotomy

Posterior Capsular Opacification

Posterior capsular opacification (PCO) is common following cataract surgery, affecting a significant proportion of patients in the months or years after their operation. It is a clouding that occurs on the lens capsule, the thin membrane that holds the intraocular lens in place, resulting in a gradual return of blurred or hazy vision similar to the original cataract.

YAG laser capsulotomy is a quick, painless and highly effective outpatient procedure to treat PCO. A precisely focused laser beam is used to create a small opening in the cloudy capsule, immediately restoring clear vision. The procedure takes only a few minutes, requires no incisions, and patients typically notice an improvement in vision the same day. Miss Ali performs YAG laser capsulotomy at Parkside Suite and can assess whether this treatment is appropriate at your appointment.