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Cataract Services
Cataract is a common condition that is most often associated with aging. The natural lens of the eye becomes cloudy or opaque, causing visual blurring and eventual blindness if untreated. We offer modern cataract surgery to patients whose cataracts are the cause of significant visual loss. This procedure can generally restore patients' vision to normal. All of our ophthalmologists routinely examine patients for cataracts. Should a cataract be present, they will discuss the best plan of care for your situation.
Drs. Hill, Gilbert, Edwards and Emerick perform cataract surgery using small incision technique (usually no stitch). This surgery includes the implantation of an intraocular lens, which allows for essentially normal vision without the need for special cataract glasses or contact lenses. Drs. Hill, Wand and Emerick may also combine cataract surgery with glaucoma surgery when necessary.
All of our doctors perform cataract surgery at the Constitution Eye Surgery Center in Newington, Connecticut as well as the Eye Institute at Hartford Hospital on an out-patient basis. Patients generally return to normal activity within a day or so after surgery.
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