From mythical thorn bushes to flying aces, the remarkable history of one of medicine’s most routine procedures.

Ophthalmic and gastrointestinal procedures are among the most common procedures performed at ASCs, according to 2023 data from Definitive Healthcare. An extracapsular cataract removal with intraocular ...

A cataract is when the natural lens inside the eye turns cloudy, leading to decreased vision. In the old days, cataract surgery was considered only when the cataract was ripe or fully mature. In ...

Laser cataract surgery involves using a laser beam to make incisions in the eye and break up a cataract. It offers an alternative to traditional surgery, in which surgeons break up a cataract manually ...

Phacoemulsification is a surgery to treat cataracts. It involves breaking the lens of the eye with ultrasound waves, suctioning it out, and replacing it with an artificial lens. Phacoemulsification is ...

If you’re new to Medicare or considering making changes to your plan in the future, you may be wondering about specific coverage areas. For instance, can Medicare help with eye health, namely cataract ...

Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion (CEIOL) was associated with reduced odds of falls, fractures, and intracranial hemorrhage in adults aged 60 years or older. Researchers conducted a ...

Laser surgery for cataracts is an effective, safe procedure in which an eye doctor uses a laser beam to remove the clouded lens and replace it with a clear artificial one. This can help improve vision ...

Cataracts are a condition where the lens of the eye becomes cloudy, leading to impaired vision. They are very common, with an estimated 30% of the population aged 65 or older experiencing cataract ...

During cataract surgery, your natural eye lens will be replaced with a synthetic, artificial lens. Without a natural lens in your eye, it’s not possible for cataracts to grow back again after surgery.