YAG Capsulotomy

During cataract surgery, the natural lens of your eye is replaced with an artificial lens. The lens sits in front of a thin, clear membrane called the posterior capsule. Over time, this capsule can become cloudy or thickened. This condition is called posterior capsule opacification (PCO) and is sometimes referred to as a “secondary cataract.”
Blurred or hazy vision

Glare or halos around lights

Difficulty reading

Reduced contrast or dull colours
A YAG laser capsulotomy is a simple and painless outpatient procedure used to treat PCO. A special laser is used to create a small opening in the cloudy posterior capsule, allowing light to pass through clearly again and restoring your vision.
On arrival, you will be given eye drops to dilate your pupil, which will make your vision blurry. After approximately 15-20 minutes, you will be seated at a machine similar to the one used for eye examinations. You may see flashes of light and hear clicking sounds, but the procedure is painless.
The procedure is generally very safe, but as with any procedure, there are small risks, including:

Temporary increase in eye pressure

Inflammation

Floaters (small moving spots in vision)

Very rarely, damage to the intraocular lens

Mr Kumar takes precautions during and after the procedure to minimise these risks.