The National Eye Institute, a department of the National Institutes of Health, estimates that approximately 38 million Americans will be dealing with the problem of cataracts by 2030. That number is expected to continue growing, reaching 50 million people by 2050. Cataracts are treated by an experienced eye doctor such as Dr. George Salib. He performs specific surgery for this condition in his office in Laguna Hills. New research into cataract surgery shows this treatment is very successful in most cases.
A recent study, conducted by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Care Institute for Quality Improvement, sought to determine the level of patient satisfaction after cataract surgery. Points covered included satisfaction with vision in particular and, to a larger scale, how respondents may rate their overall quality of life after their surgical procedure. 99.7 percent of respondents reported feeling so satisfied with their results that they would recommend cataract removal to others.
- 98 percent of respondents reported feeling comfortable during their cataract surgery as well as post-surgery
- 96 percent reported better vision after cataract removal
- 96 percent reported that they were able to return to normal daily living within one week post-surgery
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Why do cataracts form?
A cataract is a buildup of protein on the lens of the eye. Cataracts may affect one eye or both, and tend to develop at a slow pace. Over time, vision may become cloudy because of excess protein. Though cataracts are not a condition that poses an immediate concern, they can be removed at any time the patient feels that the performance of normal tasks is impeded by cataracts.
This study demonstrates how beneficial cataract removal can be for individuals suffering cloudy or blurred vision due to this common eye condition.
Cataract surgery is a highly customized procedure that is planned carefully around each individual patient. Dr. Salib has treated thousands of men and women from the OC and Los Angeles County with a high standard of care through which expectations for long term results are met.
Learn more about cataract removal. Schedule your consultation with Dr. George Salib at the Orange County Eye Institute today.
