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2023-05-22 12:21:28
Hi, my grandmom has been diagnosed with cataract.  What kind of surgery would be better? Manual or Phaco. Please help me. Thank you in advance.
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Phaco is better. But depends upon the type of cataract.

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Is she having any systemic condition? But still it depends on your financial conditions. Results of both surgeries are same.

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Manual cataract surgery is not really recommended now except in very select cases. So if it's a normal age related cataract Phaco is obviously better.
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Visit an Ophthalmologist for a full evaluation and you can discuss the surgical and iol options available.

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Phacoemulsification is better.  Please consult local ophthalmologist for further management

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Phaco will be good. Now a days,all most all surgeons,are doing phaco.pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment.

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It would be ideal for you to get an online consultation to address all your concerns.

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