What is YAG Laser Treatment?
YAG laser treatment is an effective and safe method used to address a common problem, especially after cataract surgery. During cataract surgery, the cloudy natural lens is removed and replaced with an artificial lens. This artificial lens is enclosed in a thin, transparent membrane (posterior capsule). However, over time, this capsule can thicken or become cloudy, causing blurred vision.
YAG laser treatment is used to eliminate the cloudiness in this capsule. The ophthalmologist quickly and painlessly removes this cloudy membrane with laser beams. The procedure is completed in seconds, returning the patient's vision to clarity.
Frequently asked questions?
Who is Suitable for YAG Laser Treatment?
-Patients who develop posterior capsule opacification after cataract surgery
-People who have blurred vision and complaints
-However, it may not be suitable for every patient; therefore, it is important to have your doctor evaluate you.
-People who have blurred vision and complaints
-However, it may not be suitable for every patient; therefore, it is important to have your doctor evaluate you.
Treatment Process and Advantages
-The process is usually completed within 5-10 minutes.
-Local anesthesia drops are used, the procedure is painless.
-The risk of complications is quite low.
Patients can usually return to normal activities the same day.
-As vision becomes clear again, the quality of life improves.
-Local anesthesia drops are used, the procedure is painless.
-The risk of complications is quite low.
Patients can usually return to normal activities the same day.
-As vision becomes clear again, the quality of life improves.