Duration of Your Stay in Iran
Phacoemulsification cataract surgery: 5-7 days
Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery: 2-3 days
Duration of Your Stay in Iran
Phacoemulsification cataract surgery: 5-7 days
Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery: 2-3 days
Treatment packages are mainly leveled based on the ranking of surgeons (according to the number of annual surgeries, years of experience, educational and experimental records, the rate of successful surgeries and the percentage of patients’ satisfaction) and the hospital/clinic where the surgery is performed.
First Day
Important note: The time of the initial meeting with the doctor may be changed to the second day according to the date and time of the patient’s arrival in the country.
Second Day
Important note: 24-hour support of the Nora Health Tour team will be responsive to the patient.
Third Day
Important note: 24-hour support of the Nora Health Tour team will be responsive to the patient.
Fourth Day
Attention:
The schedule of this travel plan may change due to the possible change in the patient’s arrival time in Iran, the determination of the operation time by the doctor, hospital, or surgery clinic, or the patient’s condition.
In some cases where your departure is on the weekend, the time to visit the Nora Health Tour office for the farewell ceremony may change.
The most common and most common medical surgery performed on the eye is cataract. Cataract usually occurs in the age range of 65 to 70 years by the aging of the natural lens of the eye and ultimately leading to a gradual clouding of the lens. In individuals with diabetes, cataract is seen five times more frequently. It may can cause blurry vision and increase the glare from lights. Sometimes, people may also have double vision when they look at things or poor night vision and find it harder to drive when it’s dark through the eye with the cataract. Also, when it gets hard to read, work on a computer, and do anything else that calls for clear eyesight.
| Uncontrolled diabetes | Smoking | Past eye surgical history |
| Obesity | Corticosteroid medications due to immune system diseases | Hormone therapy |
| High blood pressure | Statin medicines for cholesterol reduction | Alcoholism |
| Ultraviolet radiation | History of inflammation or injury in eyes | Familial history |
Cataracts are diagnosed with an eye examination. In this case, surgery is the only effective treatment for cataract and your doctor may suggest surgery to remove the lens of your eye and replace it with an artificial one which is common and safe procedure, and when it’s done, you’ll be able to see better without needing glasses.
The success rate in cataract surgery is more than 95%. There are a number of different surgical techniques used in cataract surgery In Iran.
In this technique, a micro-incision (around 3 millimeters wide) is made at the edge of the cornea. With an ultrasound-based technique called phacoemulsification, the cloudy lens is then extracted through the incision.
This technique involves a larger incision (typically 10–12 mm) on the side of the cornea. The cloudy core of the lens is first removed through the opening and the remaining part of the lens is suctioned out. This technique is best for patients who have very hard cataracts or for those unsuited for the phacoemulsification option.
3. FemtoPhaco:
Also referred to as ‘laser cataract surgery, or ‘laser-assisted cataract surgery’, FemtoPhaco involves a combination of Femto laser treatment and phacoemulsification.
Phacoemulsification (phaco) as a surgical technique, is the most common technique used in Iran and other developed countries. FemtoPhaco also referred to as ‘laser cataract surgery that is performed under intravenous (IV, in a vein) sedation and topical anesthesia (numbing drops inserted into the eye) with femtosecond laser. Femo Phaco Cataract Surgery has a micro incision with no stitch that has fast recovery and you can walk in and walk out on the day of surgery.
Some advantages of laser cataract surgery vs. traditional cataract surgery:
If you have following symptoms you are a good candidate for cataract surgery:
Who are NOT good candidate for cataract surgery?
The type of IOL (intraocular lens) implanted used in cataracts surgery in your eye will affect the cost. There are three types of IOL and depends on your ophthalmologist diagnostic and your health situation one of them will be used.
Cataract surgery itself takes about 20 minutes. But between signing in, getting prepared for your surgery, and postoperative recovery, you can expect to spend between one to three hours. You will go to a pre-operative area where you will have your temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation checked. You will have an IV line placed in your arm or hand. Your ophthalmologist and your anesthesiologist might see you before your surgery.
In recovery, you may receive pain medication as necessary. Your nurses will make sure you are comfortable and can walk and eat without difficulty. If you aren’t having any indication of complications (such as pain, bleeding, or swelling), you should be discharged to go home within a few hours after your procedure. Before you are discharged, you will receive instructions about post-surgical eye care, when to make a follow-up appointment, and signs of complications to look out for. .Your vision is expected to improve gradually within a few days after surgery. You may have a cloudy, distorted or blurry vision during the first days following surgery when the eye is healing. It takes a few days for your eye to adjust and get used to the new lens. Normally after a few days, you won’t have much discomfort. Full recovery typically occurs after some eight weeks
You may be instructed not to eat or drink within six to eight hours prior to your cataract surgery, so do not eat breakfast and any food and beverages on the day of surgery. The night before, you should eat light meals and avoid eating milk, eggs, butter, cream and fatty foods.
Your ophthalmologist may also advise you about using medications. Be sure to consult your doctor before taking any medication, including antihypertensive drugs, blood sugar control, blood thinners, etc. Antibiotic eye drops may be prescribed for use one or two days before the surgery. Wash your eyelids and eyelashes with baby shampoo the night before surgery and avoid facial makeup 48 hours before surgery.
Your doctor may limit activities, such as bending and lifting, for about a week after your surgery. So it is highly recommended to bring a companion with you for this surgery as it will facilitate your stay and recovery after the surgery. You’ll probably feel a little itching and discomfort for a few days after surgery. You may need to wear an eye patch or protective shield as instructed by your doctor.
Finally your ophthalmologist will clarify the healing process in order you to have no worries at all.
The popularity of medical has been growing in recent years, and laser eye surgery is arguably one of the most popular of all international medical procedures. Some countries have a poorer standard of patient care and the importance of the surgeon’s level of expertise. But, according to various studies done on the issue, Iranian ophthalmologists’ level of expertise beside world class level of patient care system will assure every patient’s satisfaction. No matter where you are in the world, we will improve your vision with the best eye surgeons in modern and high-tech hospitals.
Many patients travel to because of Iranian specialists and ophthalmologists who have high surgery success rates. Other reasons are: low cost of cataract surgery compared to other countries., low cost of accommodation, well experienced doctors, high standard diagnostic and surgical centers and the high number of cataract surgery in Iran.
In terms of costs, Iran can be considered among the most affordable countries in which you can have eye surgeries, especially; this is mainly because of the low value of the Iranian currency (IRR). A routine cataract surgery, which in fact is a quite commonplace procedure in Iran, would cost something in the neighborhood of 1500 USD for each eye while the cost of the same operation in most European and American countries would amount to at least 100 percent more. Average Cataract Surgery Cost in Iran ranges from $750 to $2000. This cost mainly includes doctor visits, clinic, anesthesia, medications, post-op recovery, follow-up, etc. Depending on the doctor’s reputation and level of expertise, the complexity of the procedure, and clinic, the price may vary. Therefore, as one may perceive, having the treatment done in Iran would be the sensible choice for people the world over.
It should be noted that individual brochures based on the patient / client plan, including pre- and post-operative instructions, as well as the necessary information and processes for further follow-up are provided to you. During your stay in Iran, the translators of Nora Health Tour fully support you 24/7 and will happily help you to resolve any concerns or ambiguities that may arise for you.
When you start to have any issues with your vision, you must consult the ophthalmologist and carefully evaluate your options before it deteriorates day to day functioning. It is important to act at the right time rather than keep on waiting for long.
Cataracts grow gradually with the slow blurring of vision that is not correctable by glasses. Some people get their vision quickly deteriorated, with difficulty in nighttime driving, glares, halos, and overall foggy vision.
No, this surgery is one of the safest and most commonly used eye surgeries.
Since Lasik changes the shape of your cornea, accurate knowledge of measurements is essential for correct calculation of intraocular lenses, and it is imperative to inform your surgeon.
The answer is no. many patients with cataract may have some minor conditions like nearsightness. On the other hand, in some cases including primary stages of cataract, the ophthalmologist only corrects symptoms. As cataract gradually forms the surgery is not the choice for all patients.
There are different types of cataract including:
The operating time is 20-25 minutes and end- to -end time taken at the hospital facility will be 3 – 3.5 hours.
Cataract generally develops in one eye faster than the other. It is possible but not recommended. Most surgeons ask their patients to wait until one eye heals then come back a few days or a few weeks later for the second eye. But it is possible in exceptional situations to operate on both at the same time after understanding the pros and cons of the process.
Our surgeons will recommend the most optimal lens to you depending on your lifestyle and needs. Rest assured that we will guide you through the whole journey of regaining your best vision.
No. It does not happen.
While the vast majority of cataract surgery patients don’t experience complications from cataract surgery, any surgical procedure has risks. It’s important to discuss the possible risks of cataract surgery with your eye doctor. Cataract surgery complications are extremely rare, but working with a respected, experienced surgeon can further reduce your risks.
Most patients can get back to work However, overtime posterior However, a weak-long rest is ideal. You would need to maintain precautions like no splashing of water in your eyes for up to three weeks and keep putting medications as recommended by your surgeon for six weeks or more as required.
During the surgery, there is little or no pain as numbing drops are used. After surgery, when the sedative medications wear off, you will feel a mild discomfort which can be greatly reduced using over-the-counter pain killers.
We advise that patients will begin to notice improved vision within one week, and completely restored vision within one month. Every patient is different, so talk to your doctor about the different progress timelines you might experience after surgery. This will give you realistic expectations for when to expect restored vision.
The IOL you receive in a cataract surgery typically lasts forever. Talk to your ophthalmologist about what life after cataract surgery looks like. Is there a chance you will experience cloudy vision again? Will you need glasses or contacts down the road? While every patient and every case is different, it’s important to know the possibilities of what may or may not happen in the future.
By using Toric lenses in cataract surgery, stigmatism can be corrected.
Cataract surgery does not cause dry eyes, but if you have a pre-existing dry eye condition you might have to undergo a dry eye treatment before your cataract surgery to get a healthy tear layer, because dry eyes can have negative effects on the outcome of your cataract surgery.
What are risks of delay in cataract surgery?
If left untreated for an extended period of time, one’s ability to drive or to perform other simple tasks which require clear vision might become affected or the individual might eventually become blind. Thus, make sure to consult your ophthalmologist before it is too late for a suitable treatment.
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