What is cataract surgery?

Removal of the cloudy lens and replacement with a clear intraocular lens.

What is cataract surgery?

Removal of the cloudy lens and replacement with a clear intraocular lens.

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Approaches and motivations vary by surgeon and patient anatomy. Compare techniques and real outcomes on the main Cataract Surgery page.

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