The Prevalence of Canadian Vision Loss and Cataract Surgery
Many people take their vision for granted. While some degree of vision degradation over the years is considered par for the course, not many people think about how their lives can be affected by vision impairment. Unfortunately, severe vision impairment is more common than you may think. Life with impaired vision is a reality for…
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Your Lens Options for Cataract Surgery
Cataracts, or the clouding of the eye’s natural lens, are very common with age. This is a gradual clouding that affects over 20% of Canadians as they age and is most common among individuals in their 50s and older. Because cataracts could happen to anyone, it’s crucial to educate yourself on the condition and the…
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Managing tear film dysfunctions crucial during cataract surgery process
Original article from Healio Quality of vision starts with a healthy ocular surface because “the tear film is the most important refractive surface of the eye,” Marguerite B. McDonald, MD, said at the annual meeting of OSN and the Italian Society of Ophthalmology. In cataract and refractive surgery, a well-lubricated ocular surface, with a good…
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