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2018-11-24 14:23:54
Hi doctors. am due for an operation in a weeks time. I saw in my medical record its called "le phaco , synachiae release" what does it entail.is it painful?how long is the operation done?is it done under general anaeshesia?please help me understand as I am unable to reach my surgeon.he is overseas and will travel only to operate on me
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Hello A. It is not painful B. It may take 15-20 minutes C. It is done under local anaesthesia

Answered2018-11-26 03:08:32

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It is done under local anaesthesia. It's breaking of adhesions of iris with lens and is anot a painful procedure.

Answered2018-11-24 15:17:49

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