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Aside from cataract there are other conditions like myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and presbyopia that might affect your vision. |
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PresbyopiaPresbyopia is caused by the hardening of the lens which typically occurs as part of the natural aging process. The harder lens is less able to change shape or accommodate in order to focus the incoming light. For most people this means problems focusing at close range such as while reading. Possible ways to treat presbyopia include reading glasses, pocket implantation or refractive lens exchange, which can be performed by the same laser used for Z-Cataract. Discuss what kind of correction is right for you with your doctor.
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AstigmatismThe curvature of the cornea and the lens are important factors in determining how well light is focused on the retina. However, not every cornea is shaped in a way that provides the best visual focus. The eye does not focus light evenly. In part of the field of view, the image will be focused while in another part, the image will be out of focus. Objects can appear distorted at any distance. Methods to correct hyperopia include glasses, contact lenses and laser vision correction like the latest Z LASIK procedure. Discuss what kind of correction is right for you with your doctor. |
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Myopia (nearsightedness)The curvature of the cornea and the lens are important factors in determining how well light is focused on the retina. However, not every cornea is shaped in a way that provides the best visual focus. In myopic eyes the cornea and lens bend incoming light rays so they come into focus in front of the retina, rather than on it. Distant objects appear blurred. Methods to correct myopia include glasses, contact lenses and laser vision correction like the latest Z LASIK procedure. Discuss what kind of correction is right for you with your doctor. |
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Hyperopia (farsightedness)The curvature of the cornea and the lens are important factors in determining how well light is focused on the retina. However, not every cornea is shaped in a way that provides the best visual focus. The cornea and lens bend incoming light rays so they come into focus behind the retina rather than on it. With hyperopia, near objects appear blurred. Methods to correct hyperopia include glasses, contact lenses and laser vision correction like the latest Z LASIK procedure. Discuss what kind of correction is right for you with your doctor. |
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Important Safety Information
Cataract and lens surgery is one of the most frequently performed and safest operations in medicine today. However, make sure to discuss your medical history and medication use with your doctor prior to scheduling a surgery. The use of cardiac or blood thinning medications such as Warfarin should be discussed with your doctor. Complications from cataract surgery can occur as surgeries of any kind will carry some risk. While femto cataract surgery is considered a safe and effective treatment option for most people, your doctor may suggest an alternative treatment that best fits your individual needs.
Ziemer FEMTO LDV lasers are prescription medical devices that can only be used by accredited eye care professionals for cataract and other approved surgical procedures. Only a trained eye care professional can determine if a FEMTO LDV laser procedure is appropriate for your condition. Talk to your doctor if you have a family history of keratoconus, glaucoma, other eye-related diseases, diabetes, a history of herpes simplex or herpes zoster keratitis, retinal detachment, severe allergies or have had changes in your vision over the past year.
Results may vary for each individual patient due to the surgical operation and the type and placement of artificial lens. Speak with your doctor about which artificial lens may be right for you. In order to reduce post-operation complications, make sure to follow your doctors instructions for eye care. If you your surgeon has prescribed drugs to take before or after surgery, follow the dosage instructions. After surgery, avoid risky activities such as sports, face painting, heavy lifting, contact with water etc.
