Articles about cataract, lenses and refractive surgery.
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Schedule by WhatsAppCataract: when is surgery considered?
Signs that cataract may be affecting daily life and when surgical evaluation becomes reasonable.
Read articleCataract and astigmatism: when to use a toric lens?
Why astigmatism should be part of cataract planning and when a toric intraocular lens may help.
Read articleHow to think about intraocular lens choice
A patient-friendly explanation of intraocular lens choice in cataract surgery.
Read articleIs a multifocal lens worth it?
When a multifocal lens can be a good option to reduce glasses, with attention to astigmatism and patient selection.
Read articleICL for high myopia: when to consider it?
How ICL can be a strong option for high myopia, thin corneas, astigmatism and cases where laser is less ideal.
Read articlePRK or LASIK: what is the difference?
Simple explanation of PRK and LASIK, candidate selection and safety criteria.
Read articleAm I a candidate for refractive surgery?
Understand which exams and factors define whether PRK, LASIK or phakic lenses are safe options.
Read articleFirst ophthalmology visit: how to prepare
What to bring to a first visit and how to prepare for questions about cataract or refractive surgery.
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