Can cataract grow back again after it has been removed by cataract surgery?
If the cataract has been removed completely and safely by a routine cataract surgery, actual cataract is not known to grow back again. Cataract is essentially opacification of the natural lens in the eye and it is the lens (except the capsular layer that envelopes the lens) that is removed in cataract surgery.
However, as stated in the earlier topic 'After Cataract' the residual capsule (importantly the posterior capsule) may become opaque and cloudy in months and years after the cataract surgery.
If this condition is visually significant, this can be easily treated using 'Yag' laser in an out patient setting. Mr Raj has vast experience in managing this condition and can help you if required.
Private & NHS patients
How to see Mr Raj
For private patients & referrals
Mr Akash Raj
Consultant Ophthalmologist, Glaucoma specialist & Cataract surgeon
Stourside Hospital (part of West midland Hospital)
60 Bradley Road
Stourbridge
DY8 1UX
01384 505 183
(Alternate:
Monday Evenings)
Appointments:
01384 912966
Private Secretary: Tara Ralph : 01384 632 636
Mr Akash Raj
Consultant Ophthalmologist, Glaucoma & Cataract specialist.
For NHS Referrals through GP/Opticians
Mr Akash Raj
Consultant Ophthalmologist (Glaucoma Lead)
Pensnett Road
Dudley
West Midlands
DY1 2HQ
Phone: 01384456111
Extn. 5815 (NHS Secretary: Lyn Eaton)
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