Turkish ophthalmologists perform ten times more operations than their counterparts in Europe or America. Other sub-sectors serving ophthalmologists have been highly developed over the years. Cataract surgery prices in Turkey correspond to one-third of the USA, Canada and Gulf countries and half of Europe
Additionally, Istanbul is one of the most important tourism destinations. Therefore, it offers sightseeing and cultural trip opportunities for patients.
All-inclusive eye surgery packages prevent patients from dealing with other unnecessary work (accommodation, transfer, etc.) and allow them to concentrate on their treatments.
Most cataracts develop slowly and do not disturb your eyesight early on. But over time, the symptoms will begin to appear. The natural lens becomes a little blurry each day, and finally, hazy vision occurs. Cataract colors can lead to paler and more blurred vision. The main symptoms are:
The healing process takes a long time in the old methods, whereas the eye heals in a few days with the latest treatment methods. However, there may be a slight blurring of vision at first.
Colors may appear brighter following the surgery. It is normal since you are looking through a new lens.
Mild discomfort and itching may occur a few days after treatment. However, this is a temporary situation. It is important not to scratch your eyes.
Cover the eye with a bandage for a few days following the treatment. You will also use drops and drugs to prevent infection. Use them regularly and go to regular surgeon’s checks.
These problems usually disappear in a few days, but the full recovery can take an average of 2 months.
You may use the glasses within one to three months following treatment. If there is a cataract in both eyes, the second operation can be performed once the first eye has healed.
The use of sunglasses and a hat may be beneficial to prevent the recurrence of cataracts. Avoiding contact with water for the first two weeks is beneficial.
The most determining factor is the advancement of age. In addition, factors such as diabetes, various physical traumas to the eye, eye pressure, and long-term cortisone treatment and radiation exposure trigger cataract. Other than these factors, congenital cataracts may occur in infants and children. If the mother has rubella during pregnancy, it can cause congenital cataracts in the child.
Cataracts can cause complaints such as decreased vision, sensitivity to light, double vision or difficulty in reading, fading or yellowing of colors, and deterioration in night vision.
There is no treatment for cataracts other than surgery. A cataract is not a disease that can be treated with medication or glasses. If you have no other eye problems affecting your vision then you can regain vision with cataract surgery.
Cataract surgery takes a minimum of 15 minutes and a maximum of 30 minutes with this method.
Phaco method involves three different anesthesia methods: general, local and drip. These methods are chosen in line with the patient’s needs.
Lenses attached to the eye are placed with great precision, intended for lifelong use, and are not easily changed unless it poses a critical problem.