Cataracts, opacities in the lens of the eye, result in the distortion of images projected onto the retina.Cataracts are usually associated with aging, trauma and diseases of the 
eye, prolonged use of steroids and exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet light. congenital cataracts of the newborn are characterized by the absence of the red reflex.
Syptoms:
Blurred, hazy vision (most common)
Glare from bright lights
Yellow, white or gray discoloration of the pupil
Gradual Loss of vision
Cataract surgery is generally performed in an outpaient surgery center. The client is given a sedative to reduce anxiety. Medications such are given to reduce Intraocular pressure. Mydriatic eye drops are used in combination with cycloplegics to paralyze the muscles of accommodation.
Aftre the client is in the oprative area, an intravenous injection can be given to induce light anesthesia during administration of local anesthesia.
eye, prolonged use of steroids and exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet light. congenital cataracts of the newborn are characterized by the absence of the red reflex.Syptoms:
Blurred, hazy vision (most common)
Glare from bright lights
Yellow, white or gray discoloration of the pupil
Gradual Loss of vision
Cataract surgery is generally performed in an outpaient surgery center. The client is given a sedative to reduce anxiety. Medications such are given to reduce Intraocular pressure. Mydriatic eye drops are used in combination with cycloplegics to paralyze the muscles of accommodation.
Aftre the client is in the oprative area, an intravenous injection can be given to induce light anesthesia during administration of local anesthesia.
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