Yag laser – cataract laser

Yag laser for secondary cataract treatment

What is a secondary cataract?

A secondary cataract is a clouding of the posterior box of the eye, that clear capsule that holds the artificial lens implanted in cataract surgery. This turbidity may develop several months or years after cataract surgery, causing blurred vision similar to the one you experienced before the surgery.

How is a secondary cataract treated using a Yag laser?

Yag laser treatment for secondary cataracts is a simple and fast, non-invasive procedure. The treatment is done in the ophthalmologist’s office, without the need for hospitalization. During the treatment, the ophthalmologist will perform the following actions:

Application of anesthetic drops: anesthetic drops will be applied to the eye to numb it.
Creating an opening in the box: Using a focused laser beam, the ophthalmologist will create a tiny opening in the back eye box.
Improving the flow of light: this opening will allow light to pass through the box again and reach the retina, thus improving visual acuity.

What are the benefits of Yag laser treatment?

Yag laser treatment for secondary cataracts has several advantages:

Quick and easy procedure: the treatment usually lasts only a few minutes.
Non-invasive: no surgery or incisions are needed.
Effective: the treatment significantly improves visual acuity in most cases.
Little pain: Most people experience little or no pain during the treatment.
Quick recovery: you can return to normal activity immediately after treatment.

What are the risks of Yag laser treatment?

As with any medical procedure, there are certain risks associated with Yag laser treatment. These risks are rare and can include:

Infection: An eye infection can occur, but can be treated with antibiotics.
Inflammation: Inflammation of the eye can occur, but can be treated with steroid eye drops.
Glaucoma: Increased intraocular pressure may occur in some people, but can be treated with eye drops.
Detachment of the eye box: in very rare cases, the laser beam may cause the detachment of the eye box, which may lead to the need for further surgery.

Is Yag laser treatment right for you?

If you experience blurred vision after cataract surgery, you may be a good candidate

for Yag laser treatment. Your eye doctor will be able to perform a comprehensive examination of your eyes

and determine if this treatment is right for you.

In conclusion

Secondary cataracts are a common condition that can be effectively treated with the YAG laser.

The treatment is quick, easy, non-invasive and effective in improving visual acuity.

If you experience blurred vision after cataract surgery,

Talk to your ophthalmologist about the possibility of Yag laser treatment.