{"id":91596460078,"date":"2023-05-02T10:58:04","date_gmt":"2023-05-02T08:58:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.augenarzt-banyai.de\/?p=91596460078"},"modified":"2026-06-25T11:33:54","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T09:33:54","slug":"cataract-when-to-operate-at-the-latest-doctor-medic-banyai-informed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.augenarzt-banyai.de\/en\/blog\/cataract-en\/cataract-when-to-operate-at-the-latest-doctor-medic-banyai-informed\/","title":{"rendered":"Cataract: When should you have surgery at the latest? Doctor-medic B\u00e1nyai explains"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s lens that develops with age. In the early stages, a milky film may sometimes be noticed, impairing vision. Over time, the cataract can worsen and further impair vision.<\/p>\n\n

In this article, we will address when cataracts should be operated on at the latest. We will also cover the symptoms of cataracts<\/a>, the risk factors, and the different types of surgery.<\/p>\n\n

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When should cataract surgery be performed?<\/h2>\n\n

The decision about when to perform cataract surgery is always made on an individual basis. In most cases, cataract surgery is recommended when the cataract impairs vision and interferes with the patient’s daily life.<\/p>\n\n

However, it is important to note that there is no strict timeframe during which cataract surgery must be performed.<\/p>\n\n

The decision to undergo surgery depends on several factors, including the degree of visual impairment, the symptoms, and the patient’s overall health. The cataract surgical aptitude test<\/a> can help determine whether surgery is advisable.<\/p>\n\n

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Cataracts lead to severe visual impairment<\/h3>\n\n

In some cases, surgery may be necessary if a cataract significantly impairs vision. This is the case when the patient can no longer manage everyday tasks. For example, driving or reading may become difficult. If a cataract is left untreated, it can lead to progressive vision loss and ultimately to blindness.<\/p>\n\n

Cataract as a cause of other eye diseases<\/h3>\n\n

In some cases, surgery may be recommended to lower the risk of further eye disease<\/a>. If a cataract increases the risk of glaucoma<\/a> or other eye diseases, surgery may be considered.<\/p>\n\n

Cataract surgery \u2013 a personal decision<\/h3>\n\n

It is important that the patient and the ophthalmologist decide on the operation together. The ophthalmologist can determine the severity of the cataract and assess which treatment is required \u2014 although surgery will eventually be unavoidable. The patient should also take their own symptoms and concerns into account and be involved in the decision. Under no circumstances do you have to be\u00a0afraid of cataract surgery<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Cataract surgery \u2013 professional consultation in Stuttgart<\/h2>\n\n

In any case, the patient should make sure they are fully informed about the surgery and understand its risks and benefits.<\/p>\n\n

Cataract surgery at one of our three operating sites (Stuttgart<\/a>, Leonberg<\/a>, B\u00f6blingen<\/a>) with Doctor-medic B\u00e1nyai is safe and has a high success rate. However, as with any surgery, there is always some risk of complications. Therefore, it is important that the patient asks any questions they have and takes sufficient time to decide whether to proceed with surgery.<\/p>\n\n

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Types of cataract surgery<\/h2>\n\n

There are different types of cataract surgery available for treatment. One of the most common surgical techniques is phacoemulsification. In this procedure, the eye’s natural lens is removed through a tiny incision and replaced with an artificial lens. The operation is performed manually, with the incisions created using a microkeratome. This surgery is usually carried out on an outpatient basis and has a high success rate.<\/p>\n\n

Another type of surgery is extracapsular cataract extraction (ECCE). In this procedure, the eye’s lens is removed through a larger incision. Nowadays, it is only rarely used and is reserved for very advanced cataracts.<\/p>\n\n

Lensar laser surgery in Stuttgart<\/h3>\n\n

Cataract surgery using the Lensar Laser<\/a> is a modern, minimally invasive method for treating cataracts. A laser is used to create access to the lens and remove the cataract. Unlike traditional techniques, it is gentler and more precise, resulting in a shorter recovery time and better outcomes.<\/p>\n\n

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