Eye Clinic

Cataract Surgery

A cataract forms when the eye's naturally clear lens becomes cloudy, causing blurred, dim or misty vision, glare and difficulty seeing at night. Cataract surgery gently removes the clouded lens and replaces it with a clear artificial intra-ocular lens, restoring sharp, comfortable sight.

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Out of hours
aftercare

5 star rated
hospital

Award winning
surgical team

State of the art
facilities

The procedure

What’s Involved

Cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed and successful operations in modern medicine. Using a technique called phacoemulsification, your surgeon makes a tiny self-sealing incision in the eye and uses precise ultrasound energy to gently break up the cloudy natural lens, which is then removed through the same micro-opening.

A clear, foldable artificial intra-ocular lens (IOL) is then inserted to take the place of the natural lens, sitting permanently within the eye. This new lens focuses light cleanly onto the retina, restoring bright, clear vision. Because the incision is so small it usually heals without the need for stitches, and many patients find their dependence on glasses is greatly reduced.

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Key Considerations

Treatment Duration

Cataract surgery is a refined day-case procedure that usually takes up to 1 hour, and we address one eye at each appointment. Your surgeon will tailor the approach to the density of your cataract and the health of your eye.

Type Of Anaesthesia

At LPH we use a local anaesthetic to numb the area around the eye, and we also administer some eye drops to dilate the pupil, so that you remain awake but feel no pain. For anxious patients, a sedative can be offered to help you feel relaxed and comfortable throughout.

Aftercare Requirements

You'll need to wear a patch while the eye is healing, and we'll prescribe some eye drops that will help to prevent infection. Follow-up appointments will be made at 1 week and 1 month after surgery to confirm that recovery is progressing well.

Back To Work (Recovery)

Your sight may continue to be blurred for a few days after the procedure. It is typical for patients to take a few days to recover, returning to their usual routine once vision is clear. Driving can resume depending on your individual circumstances and the terms of your insurance.

Treatment Cost

The cost of your treatment may depend on a number of factors. The below is a guide to pricing, and may be subject to change.

Starts at £2955 per eye

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What our Patients say..

My vision had become so cloudy I struggled to read or drive at night. After my cataract surgery everything is bright and sharp again. The team looked after me wonderfully.

Margaret

Patient

I was nervous about having surgery on my eye, but the procedure was painless and over quickly. I noticed the difference the very next day.

Peter

Patient

From the first consultation to the follow-up appointment, everything was explained clearly and I felt completely reassured. My colours look vivid again.

Susan

Patient

The care I received was outstanding. Having both cataracts treated has given me back my independence and confidence.

Brian

Patient

A calm, professional and caring team. I only wish I had done it sooner.

Eleanor

Patient

Why choose Leeds Private Hospital?

World class treatments with modern surgical techniques

Designed to high specifications with state of the art facilities

UK's foremost private independent medical practice

Putting safety and integrity at the forefront of every procedure

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