So your Ophthalmologist has told you that you have a cataract, and you have decided to proceed with cataract surgery, but what is an IOL and which one should you choose? Inside your eye you have a natural lens that focuses light onto your retina. Your natural lens has the ability to change shape to allow the eye to focus at different distances, such as focussing for driving distance and then reading up close. A cataract occurs when this lens becomes cloudy and it affects the light passing through clearly. What is an IOL and which one is best for me? The only way to treat a cataract is to remove the cloudy lens and replace it with an artificial lens implant; this is known as an Intraocular Lens or an IOL. There are several different types of IOL available, and making the correct choice can seem overwhelming. At Nexus Eye Care, we use specialized equipment to carefully measure your eye and calculate which lens will achieve the best vision for you. Then your Ophthalmologist will take the time to discuss and explain all the lens choices and help you choose which lens will work best for you and your lifestyle. It is important to understand the types of IOL available and their limitations. It is not possible for all types of IOL to meet every patient’s needs, and you may even have to adjust your expectations accordingly. Making the correct choice is important because removing an IOL, although not impossible, is not the same as removing a cataract, so your surgeon and their eye care team will be working hard to get your IOL choice correct. For more information Visit us at https://nexuseyecare.com.au/blogs/shorter_cataract/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=Article-submission&utm_campaign=cataract
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