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YAG Capsulotomy Laser Treatment London

Reducing PCO symptoms after Cataract Surgery.

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MSMrs Sandra Wilson
The surgeon was excellent.

The surgeon was excellent, the staff very pleasant and knowledgeable. The atmosphere in...  Read More

LTLawrence Tombe
I have had cataract removed from both eyes.

I have had cataract removed from both of my eyes at My-iClinic, with last surgery done ...  Read More

DRDoug Ryan
Brilliant Treatment resulted in…

Brilliant Treatment resulted in Brilliant Vision After noticing that my distanc...  Read More

LOLouise
I was recommended to Mr Bulger by a friend who had been treated by him.

I was recommended to Mr Bulger by a friend and was very pleased with the entire process...  Read More

YAG laser treatment after cataract surgery

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After having your cataract surgery, some people may experience PCO symptoms 1-5 years after treatment. This is completely normal and nothing to worry about.
Once you have had treatment to permanently get rid of any blurry vision, your natural vision will restore and PCO will never return again. This is due to the thickening of the capsule in your eye. This haze can be removed by the use of our YAG Laser treatment in just 60 seconds!

Treatment

Our YAG laser eye surgery is a completely painless treatment which takes 5-10 minutes in total. When you come for your treatment, this laser is used to create a visual pathway in the centre of the capsule that is thickening and clouding your vision. This will support the lens implant again, restoring the vision you had previously.
When you arrive at our clinic, our friendly nurse will speak with you before the treatment in case you have any questions. They will apply anaesthetic eye drops into your eyes to dilate your pupils to make sure your eyes are completely numb, making our YAG laser treatment completely painless.
Our nurse will welcome you into our laser suite where you will meet the laser specialist who will perform your treatment. Our YAG laser is attached to a slit-lamp microscope and is used to divide the thickened membranes in your eye. This is considered a very minimally invasive surgery because our laser does not damage the eye in any way and you may only experience blurred vision after the YAG procedure which is completely normal. This post-procedure blurriness can take up to a few hours to clear which is why you will need to arrange transport home as you will not be able to drive until your vision is clear again.

Aftercare

We want nothing more than for you to feel comfortable after your laser surgery! Yag Laser capsulotomy treatment is one of our easiest laser procedures to recover from as we do not require you to attend any follow-up appointments unless you are having treatment for another eye condition.
YAG laser eye surgery is also very efficient because once you have had the procedure you will have a short recovery period of 1-2 days. During this time, our team is always here to help with any other questions you may have about life after your surgery.

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The surgeon was excellent, the staff very pleasant and knowledgeable. The atmosphere in the clinic was serene and unhurried.As I said to Bola my surgeon she really is a miracle worker, making "the blind to see". I had bilateral cataract surgery, and afterwards I could see without aid which I had not been able to do for 65 years.

MSMrs Sandra Wilson
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I have had cataract removed from both of my eyes at My-iClinic, with last surgery done yesterday 06-02-2023. On both occasions, the medical side of the surgery was carried out with level of professionalism in a state of the art environment. The clinic cleaniless is outstanding.

LTLawrence Tombe
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Brilliant Treatment resulted in Brilliant Vision After noticing that my distance vision when driving was becoming uncomfortable and driving at night was becoming more and more difficult and new prescription glasses didn’t make much difference I decided to have cataract surgery. A friend recommended I have a consultation at the I-Clinic. Their professional examination was really Impressive and I had my totally painless operation to remove the cataracts (on both eyes) completed within the next four weeks.

DRDoug Ryan
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I was recommended to Mr Bulger by a friend and was very pleased with the entire process for removing cataracts and improving my vision remarkably. It really is a miracle. All of the staff were kind and attentive and with Mr Bulger I felt that I was in very safe hands. Follow up activity was with Ms Odufuwa who was most helpful and attentive

LOLouise
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I cannot praise My-Iclinic enough from my initial consultation to pre op and my surgery. The staff are reassuring and extremely professional in every aspect of the process. Mrs Bola Oduwufa is a wonderful surgeon and a magician in my eyes !!!. My double cataract extraction and lens replacement has improved my eyesight 1000%.I didn’t realise how flat and dull the colours and perspective of seeing life through my eyes had become due to the cataracts.

MOMoose
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The care taken by all the clinic staff to ensure that I was comfortable, kept informed of what was being done to my eye and made to feel relaxed during the pre op tests was of an extremely high standard The surgeon was thorough, in the initial meeting, in explaining the problems and procedure that she would use to remove my cataracts.

CMC Morgan
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Fantastic results. I was so impressed by all the staff and the extensive pre and post op test and scans which has resulted in 20:20 vision. My surgeon made the double cataract operation as easy a process as possible with re-assurance at all steps. Highly, highly recommended

JFJ Fisher
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Absolutely fantastic team, highly recommended! I was extremely nervous about my LASIK surgery but the girls looked after me and put me at ease, everything from the consultation to surgery to the follow ups checks was a smooth process, phone calls and emails answered quickly, clinic easy to find, free parking onsite, clinic and equipment all very clean, thank you ladies x

LRLisa Rutt
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Excellent service. Mike Charman set up my contract easily with a very competitive price. He was friendly and answered all my questions. Thank you

ATAnne Thomas
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My daughter have myopia and she received a wonderful care from all the team I recommend this clinic to all parents who have a child suffering from myopia now my child in a safe hands thank you Mr. Bolger and thanks to all the team 🌹🙏

NANoor Al-Gburi
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My-iClinic was recommended by my optometrist. Both eyes were done quickly, painlessly and by a friendly team and one of two expert eye surgeons. Mr Bolger inspires confidence. I think I've had mine done early before the cataracts developed too much, which I recommend. The clarity is wonderful. Don't wait for your vision to get worse.

VEVera
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I am a absolutely terrified of anybody going near my eyes, it took a lot of courage to go ahead with treatment. During treatment the nurses and everybody concerned made great efforts to give me confidence. The staff were very friendly and thorough in their approach with attention to detail at every stage. I could have had the treatment in Cyprus at a much lower cost - but finally decided that My-iClinic from reports I had read and comments made to me was the best option. All the time remember you only have one set of eyes - and I have always felt it is your most important sense

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YAG laser treatment Frequently asked questions

Have a question? We are here to help.

What is YAG Laser Capsulotomy Treatment?

Our YAG Laser Treatment is a 60 second procedure to remove any symptoms that occur after having your cataracts removed. After having cataract surgery you may experience Posterior capsule Opacification (PCO) which is very common after cataract surgery.

What is Posterior Capsule Opacification (PCO)?

If you are experiencing blurred vision, glares or haziness 1-5 years after cataract surgery, this means that you are experiencing a Posterior Capsule Opacification (PCO) where a cloudy layer of scar tissue forms behind your lens implant. This is easily treated by YAG Laser Treatment in just 60 seconds and PCO will not occur again after YAG laser treatment.

Why do I have a Posterior Capsule Opacification (PCO)?

PCO is nothing to worry about if you have YAG Laser Treatment to permanently correct the symptoms. If you are experiencing PCO symptoms 1-5 years after cataract surgery it means the lens implanted during your cataract surgery has become thick over time with a layer of scar tissue.

Why might I need YAG Laser eye surgery?

You might need YAG laser eye surgery if you are experiencing the following symptoms after your cataract surgery:

  • Cloudy, distorted vision
  • Blurriness
  • Dim colours
  • Glares and Halos around lights
  • Difficulty reading
If you experience any of these symptoms after cataract surgery you are most likely experiencing PCO. To get back to clear vision again and eliminate any PCO symptoms you will need our YAG Laser Treatment to see clearly. Overtime, PCO symptoms can get worse and your vision can become just as bad as your vision was with your original cataracts. This is why it is always best to get one easy treatment which will permanently get rid of these symptoms.

Is there a recovery time after YAG Laser treatment?

The easiest part of having your YAG Laser Treatment with us is you do not require any recovery time! Your vision will be blurred for only a few hours after the laser treatment. Most people report that within 1-2 days, their vision is back to normal.

Do I need any aftercare eye drops after my YAG Laser surgery?

After having our YAG laser capsulotomy treatment, you may be given anti-inflammatory drops with some aftercare instructions from our team.

Am I able to drive, play sports and work after having YAG Laser Treatment?

We do advise no driving immediately after the YAG procedure as you may experience blurry vision which is completely normal. This takes up to a few hours to clear and most patients say they can already see the difference in their vision within 1-2 days. Once your vision is clear again you can continue all activities; driving, sports and work.

Can I watch screens (TV, Phone, Laptop) after my YAG laser treatment?

We advise a break from all screens 24 hours after your YAG laser surgery to reduce any dry eyes after the treatment. Naturally, all screens cause our eyes to strain and this can result in dry eyes.

Is YAG Laser surgery safe and painless?

Yes, our YAG Laser Treatment after cataract surgery is a very safe and painless procedure. YAG laser is a minimally invasive laser eye surgery which means there are fewer risks than conventional laser eye surgery methods because this laser only corrects vision

Will I need any other procedure other than YAG laser treatment?

YAG Laser Treatment is a one-time procedure and you should not require any further treatment for PCO symptoms afterwards. However, if you experience other eye conditions this will be a separate treatment.

What are the risks of YAG laser treatment?

There is a small chance of retinal detachment in the future (after a period of years) especially if you are short-sighted. In most cases, this will begin as an increase in floaters associated with flashing lights. In any surgery damaging adjacent structures in the eye such as the implant (artificial lens) swelling of the retina (cystoid macular oedema), temporarily degrading your eyesight. However, the biggest risk for your eye health is not having YAG treatment for PCO as your vision will continue to deteriorate.