Guide To Cataract Surgery

Preparing For Surgery

Patients can prepare for cataract surgery in several ways to ensure their procedure and recovery go smoothly. A week before the procedure date, the physician may perform an ultrasound to evaluate the shape and size of the patient's eye. The patient will need to arrange transportation to and from the facility where the procedure will take place. Patients taking certain types of medications like anticoagulants, antiplatelets, acetylsalicylic acid, and certain stimulants may be advised to stop taking these drugs several days before their procedure. Most patients are given instructions to refrain from eating or drinking anything during the twelve hours before their surgery. The night before the cataract removal procedure, patients may be given eye drops or other medications to take following specific instructions. These instructions must be followed closely. An individual will be advised not to consume any alcoholic beverages the night before they have cataract surgery. Some patients may be prescribed a medication to take the night before the procedure if they are too anxious to get the proper amount of sleep.

Get the full information on how the procedure itself works next.