Wurde bei Ihnen der Graue Star diagnostiziert?
Der Graue Star (Katarakt) ist eine normale Alterserscheinung. Zusammen mit der Beratung durch Ihren Augenarzt helfen Ihnen die folgenden Informationen, sich über die nächsten Schritte klar zu werden.
Müssen Sie sich wegen des Grauen Stars Sorgen machen?
Eine normale Alterserscheinung
Die meisten Menschen über 65 Jahren entwickeln einen Grauen Star.
Sie haben verschiedene Möglichkeiten
Sie müssen eine wichtige Entscheidung darüber treffen, welches Sehvermögen Sie nach einer Kataraktoperation erreichen wollen.
Highly Successful
Die Kataraktoperation ist einer der erfolgreichsten chirurgischen Eingriffe aller Zeiten.1
Welches Sehvermögen wünschen Sie nach dem Eingriff?
Je nachdem, für welche Intraokularlinse (IOL) Sie sich entscheiden, kann durch die Kataraktoperation Ihr Sehvermögen so verbessert werden, dass Ihnen die Dinge, die Sie gerne tun, wie z.B. Lesen, Reisen, oder Wandern wieder leichter fallen!
Eine IOL ist eine Kunstlinse, die Ihre natürliche, durch den Grauen Star eingetrübte Linse ersetzt. Die Wahl der IOL kann dazu beitragen, dass Sie nach der Kataraktoperation weniger abhängig von Ihrer Brille oder sogar brillenfrei sind.2 Daher ist es wichtig, dass Sie die verschiedenen IOL-Optionen bereits vor dem Eingriff mit Ihrem Chirurgen besprechen, damit Ihre Erwartungen an Ihre Sehkraft bestmöglich erfüllt werden können. Ihr Sehvermögen ist ein wichtiger Teil Ihrer Gesundheit und Ihres aktiven Lebensstils.
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Intraocular lenses (IOLs) are used in cataract surgery to replace the natural lens of the eye. Extraction of a cataract and replacement with an IOL will require surgery and all surgery carries risks. Please consult your eye care professional to determine if this product is right for you. Reduced dependence on spectacles is a potential secondary benefit of using IOLs – individual patient results may vary.
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Intraocular lenses (IOLs) are used in cataract surgery to replace the natural lens of the eye. Extraction of a cataract and replacement with an IOL will require surgery and all surgery carries risks. Please consult your eye care professional to determine if this product is right for you. Reduced dependence on spectacles is a potential secondary benefit of using IOLs – individual patient results may vary. If you experience any symptoms, consult your eye care professional as the symptoms may be a sign of other eye problems.
What are cataracts?
A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s natural lens, making it difficult for light to enter your eye, as if looking out a foggy window.6
With cataracts, you may experience
symptoms such as:
Are cataracts normal?
Cataracts occur naturally as you get older, developing gradually over time. The only way to treat cataracts is through cataract surgery.6
Since the onset of cataract symptoms is typically slow and gradual, many patients discover the beginnings of a cataract during a routine eye examination before they even notice any changes to their vision.
Intraocular lenses (IOLs) are used in cataract surgery to replace the natural lens of the eye. Extraction of a cataract and replacement with an IOL will require surgery and all surgery carries risks. Please consult your eye care professional to determine if this product is right for you. If you experience any symptoms, consult your eye care professional as the symptoms may be a sign of other eye problems.
What happens during cataract surgery?
Did you know that cataract surgery is a routine, day-surgery procedure that lasts around 30 minutes?
During surgery, your doctor will replace your cataract with an IOL
You will receive local anesthetics to numb the area around your eye and you may be given a sedative to help you relax.7
Recovery after cataract surgery is usually very quick
Within a few days most patients can return to their daily activities, with vision improving over time.7
After surgery, your doctor will monitor the healing process
Eye drops may be prescribed to prevent infection or reduce inflammation. Patients usually see their ophthalmologist a day or two after surgery, the following week, and then again after one month.7
Intraocular lenses (IOLs) are used in cataract surgery to replace the natural lens of the eye. Extraction of a cataract and replacement with an IOL will require surgery and all surgery carries risks. Please consult your eye care professional to determine if this product is right for you.
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Intraocular lenses (IOLs) are used in cataract surgery to replace the natural lens of the eye. Extraction of a cataract and replacement with an IOL will require surgery and all surgery carries risks. Please consult your eye care professional to determine if this product is right for you.
References
1. Eye Surgery Hub. Cataract Statistics & Resources. Available at: https://www.lasereyesurgeryhub.co.uk/cataract-statistics/. Accessed: August 20, 2018.
2. terHorst C. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). “Choosing an Artificial Lens for Cataract Surgery.” Available at: https://www.aao.org/eye-health/treatments/best-artificial-lens-IOL-cataract-surgery. Accessed: November 1, 2021.
3. Acrysof IQ Vivity® Extended Vision Intraocular Lenses (IOLS) Directions for Use.
4. Acrysof® IQ PanOptix® Trifocal IOL Directions for use.
5. Alcon Data on File, 2020.
6. Cataracts. National Eye Institute. Available at: https://www.nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-health/eye-conditions-and-diseases/cataracts. Last updated: August 3, 2019. Accessed: November 5, 2021.
7. Mayo Clinic Staff. What you can expect [Cataract Surgery]. Mayo Clinic. Available at: http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/cataract-surgery/basics/what-you-can-expect/prc-20012917. Last updated: July 30, 2013 Accessed: August 20, 2018.
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