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Vision loss in seniors after cataract surgery may be prevented with new eye pressure test. Cataracts are a common condition associated with aging, and nearly half of seniors over the age of 75 will develop cataracts. Lead researcher of the study John Jarstad explained, “The current standard of care following cataract surgery is to refill ...click here to read more

There are three main types of age-related cataracts: nuclear sclerotic, cortical, and posterior subcapsular. Cataract is the clouding of the natural intraocular crystalline lens which focuses on light entering the eyes through the retina. Cloudiness can reduce visibility and over time can contribute to blindness if left untreated. Cataracts develop gradually and are often symptomless, so ...click here to read more

Cataract surgery is a common procedure for treating cataracts. Recovery from cataract surgery is pretty smooth and uneventful, as long as you are healthy. Statistics reveal a high success rate of healthy vision post-surgery. Normal timeframe for uncomplicated cataract surgery is around 10 minutes, but you will have to remain in a recovery area after ...click here to read more

Cataract surgery in dementia patients may improve vision and slow mental decline. The researchers suggest that quality of life also improved after cataract surgery. Researcher Dr. Alan Lerner said, “These preliminary results indicate that improved vision can have a variety of benefits for people with dementia and their loved ones, both visual and non-visual.” Cataract ...click here to read more

Cataract surgery to correct visual impairment can help the elderly live longer, according to research findings. The data was taken from the Blue Mountains Eye study, where 354 persons over the age of 49 were diagnosed with cataract-related vision problems. Some of the patients had undergone cataract surgery, while others had not. One of the ...click here to read more