Cataracts are common, especially when we get a little older. It is the clouding of the lens of the eye. Inside the eye, the lens is hidden behind the iris and pupil. It is clear and responsible for focusing light to the retina at the back of the eye, sending a message to the brain, which enables us to see. The lens becomes cloudy with cataracts, preventing light from passing to the retina.

Everyone will develop a cataract at some point with some being at a higher risk than others, such as those that have undergone vitrectomy surgery. Surgery is offered when the cataracts impair your vision and quality of life, which is when you need to choose the right cataract surgeon. Mahi Muqit at Harley Street eye clinic, offers extensive experience in routine and complex cataract surgery with access to the latest equipment and technologies to ensure the best end results.

Cataracts do not appear over night, they develop slowly over many years, gradually blurring the vision. In most cases, prescription glasses are used, but over time the glasses will not correct the cataract, which is a sign that surgery is needed. As the cataract develops, it can cause a glare or problems with night driving.

Before surgery, patients need to undergo some specialist biometrics tests, which determine the strength of the IOL (intraocular lens), which is inserted into the eye. If you wear contact lenses, then you need to remove soft lenses for a week before the biometric testing and two weeks for rigid lenses, this includes gas permeable lenses.

Ray Man, the PA to Mahi Muqit, said “Cataract surgery is done under a local anaesthetic, though we usually give patients a sedative during the procedure. Mr Muqit uses an eye clip, which holds the eye open and makes micro incisions through the cornea to remove the cataract. This is a painless surgery which usually takes no more than ten minutes per eye. Patients may experience blurred vision for a few days to weeks after the surgery as the eye heals and adjust to the new IOL.

Patients visiting Harley Street eye clinic for cataract surgery will find that there vision becomes very clear, thanks to the clear IOL and they may experience colour changes, which can be dramatic. Colours will look brighter than usual. Focusing power and vision is restored quickly these days thanks to great improvements in technology.

About Us: Mahi Muqit is a leading consultant ophthalmologist, cataract and vitreoretinal surgeon at two private clinics in London, United Kingdom. He provides patients with superior service and support with a range of surgical procedures to meet their eye sight requirements. He has built up a solid reputation for his eye services in the London area as an expert eye doctor and surgeon offering surgical retina, medical retina and complex cataract surgery. He also offers surgery to patients suffering from diabetic retinopathy. Mahi Muqit is a member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, a member of the British and Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons and the UK and Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. To find out more, visit https://www.retinasurgeon.uk.com