Does going under the scalpel horrify you? Do not worry. Not all surgeries require cutting and tearing tissues with a scalpel. Take the example of bladeless cataract surgeries. More and more people are choosing bladeless surgeries to treat their cataracts.
In this article, you will learn about MUST KNOW FACTS about the cost of bladeless cataract surgeries.
Why is it called bladeless?
The significant difference between a standard phaco cataract surgery and bladeless cataract surgery is cutting tools. Surgeons use femtosecond and nanosecond lasers for cutting purposes in bladeless cataract surgeries. Both types of lasers allow precision corneal incision, which is never possible in surgeries with scalpels and blades. After a computer-guided tiny corneal incision, the laser breaks the cataract-damaged natural lens, and finally doctor implants the artificial intraocular lens through the corneal incision.
Benefits of bladeless cataract surgery
High precision surgery with unmatched success rate – bladeless surgery does not involve human intervention. The laser incision process is completely computer-operated. It allows sub-millimeter level precision cutting which cannot be feasible humanly. Minimal incisions lower the risk of post-surgery inflammation, corneal swelling, and infections.
Restore vision better and faster – Laser cataract surgery requires minimal cutting, allowing speedier recovery after surgeries and restoring vision better. Usually, patients can get back to regular life and mobility after a 12-hour rest. Besides, laser surgery requires less post-operative care, medication, and medical assistance. As a result, the overall cost of cataract surgery might be less than conventional procedures.
Zero post-operative discomfort – No scalpel, minimal cutting, and no need for suture helps overcome postoperative discomfort, common in conventional surgeries. Zero discomfort means faster getting back to work.
The highest level of safety – Modern US-FDA-approved laser technologies are fail-safe and allow complete control over the procedure without any chance of human error. The latest laser cataract surgery technology and the team of expert doctors and technicians at The Retina Centre uses makes the whole procedure completely safe and secure.
The cost of bladeless cataract surgery
Bladeless cataract surgery has become a lot affordable today than it was even a couple of years back. However, on average, the charges depend on various factors like,
- Patient’s age
- Overall health
- Post-operative medication and care
- Price of artificial lens
- City
For example, the same quality laser cataract surgery in hospitals located in metro cities might cost more. Patients with pre-existing health conditions like diabetes and hypertension might need to incur extra expenses for pre and post-operative care and medications.
Take an appointment and consult with our cataract specialists for more detailed information. We’ll be happy to serve you.