What is Cataract and Why is it Important?
For patients researching Beylikdüzü Eye Hospital options, cataract surgery is a decrease in vision quality as a result of the lens of the eye losing its transparency and becoming cloudy over time. Cataract, which is common with age, often requires surgical intervention when it progresses. According to World Health Organization data, cataracts are the most common cause of reversible blindness worldwide.
Symptoms progress insidiously: blurred or hazy vision, sensitivity to light, halo formation at night, faded colors and frequent number changes may be signs of cataracts. If you experience these complaints, it is of great importance to consult an eye specialist.
Standard Lens or Smart Lens?
In cataract surgery doğal mercek çıkarılarak yerine yapay bir göz içi mercek (GİM) yerleştirilir. Bu noktada iki temel seçenek öne çıkar:
Standard (Monofocal) Lens focuses only at a single distance. Usually requires glasses for distance or near vision. Smart (Multifocal / Trifocal) Lens can focus on both far, medium and close distances. After the surgery, life without glasses becomes possible in the majority of cases.
smart lenses, özellikle aktif yaşam süren ve gözlüksüz konfor arayan hastalar için tercih edilen, teknolojik açıdan gelişmiş bir seçenektir.
Does SSI Cover Smart Lenses?
Yes — if certain conditions are met, SSI covers a significant part of the smart lens cost. İlk Göz Hospital has an agreement with SGK and carries out smart lens applications within this scope.
In order to benefit from a smart lens within the scope of SSI, the ophthalmologist must consider the patient medically fit. Planning the examination process in the right institution and taking the right steps in a timely manner can provide a significant advantage for the patient.
Why First Eye Hospital?
One of Beylikdüzü's well-established health institutions, Birinci Eye Hospital, has an operating room capacity that distinguishes itself among private eye hospitals in the region. This infrastructure offers a significant advantage in terms of being able to safely meet intense patient flow and provide service with short waiting times.
Our experienced staff; It has a high case volume in cataract surgery, smart lens implantation and advanced techniques. With patient-specific planning; A holistic approach is adopted, from lens selection to post-operative follow-up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is cataract surgery painful?
No. The procedure is performed with drop anesthesia; Patients do not feel pain during surgery. The procedure usually takes 20–30 minutes.
Can both of my eyes be operated on?
If there is cataract in both eyes, one eye is operated on first, according to the specialist's recommendation; Then, after a certain healing period, the eye is transferred to the other eye.
When will I start seeing after surgery?
Most of our patients notice a significant increase in visual clarity within the first 24–48 hours after surgery. Full recovery is completed within a few weeks.
How can I get information about SSI coverage?
You can start your examination process by making an appointment at First Eye Hospital. Our expert will explain in detail which lens option is covered by SSI.
