Fear before eye surgery is understandable and reasonable. 1. The most common fear is of pain during or immediately after surgery. Today you do not feel pain during cataract surgery or laser surgery, you only have a discomfort in the later hours that is comparable to the discomfort when you enter the shampoo into the […]
Cataract surgery today is an extremely widespread, safe and effective procedure. Unfortunately, however, as with all interventions there may be complications which, fortunately, can be solved in most cases if treated with the most innovative techniques. Complications of cataract surgery Infection is the most serious complication, fortunately this is an extremely rare complication. Studies published […]
Cataract and Maculopathy can often be associated as they are both diseases of adulthood. Treating them together is now possible thanks to the latest developments in 2024 in cataract surgery and the treatment of Maculopathy. Cataract surgery consists of removing the cataract (opaque lens inside the eye) and replacing it with a transparent intraocular lens. […]
Today, it is possible to have vision without lenses in almost all cases, thanks to Laser Surgery or new lenses that are inserted inside the eye. Which surgery is best for removing glasses depends on the characteristics of the eye and age. From the USA comes important news for removing glasses. We present in detail […]
Cataract and Maculopathy can often be associated as they are both diseases of adulthood. Treating them together today is possible thanks to the latest innovations for 2024 in cataract surgery and the treatment of maculopathy. Cataract surgery consists of removing the cataract (opaque lens inside the eye) and replacing it with a clear intraocular lens. […]
We address the most frequent questions about cataract surgery, convalescence, risks and complications. Today cataract surgery is minimally invasive: there is no pain either during or after the operation and no great preparation is needed. Vision recovery occurs in approximately 24 hours and the risks are extremely limited. Dr. Badalà, an ophthalmologist who introduced important […]
Thanks to the latest innovations, with cataract surgery you can read, drive, work on the computer, all without glasses in just 24 hours. Here are some advantages of the latest generation cataract surgery compared to standard surgery. Let’s find out together what the best solutions for cataract surgery are and when it is appropriate to […]
I had approximately 24 diopters of myopia with 3.50 diopters of astigmatism in each eye. I underwent cataract surgery , correction of myopia and astigmatism first in the left eye and then in the right eye within three days. At the checkup the day after the last surgery my vision is 10/10 without glasses in […]
I had big problems due to cataract and high myopia (-20) with astigmatism (-2.0) in both eyes. So, a year ago, I underwent the crystalline lens replacement surgery with intraocular lens implantation. I often did not recognize, at short distance, the faces of people I met and even contact lenses could not improve my vision […]
I had cataract and was told that cataract surgery was going to be more complex because I also had cornea guttata. I was very worried when I met Dr. Badalà who kindly reassured me. I didn’t feel any discomfort during or after the operation and my vision improved immediately, allowing me to watch TV, use […]
Over a year ago, at 18 years of age, I was diagnosed with corticonuclear cataract and I underwent cataract surgery, which has completely changed my life. Now I can see things I had never seen before! Seeing well is an amazing gift and I am very grateful to those who gave me this precious gift […]
It was a happy experience of my life, even if, through some difficulties! Excellent assistance during surgery and only minimal discomfort. Getting rid of glasses worn for a lifetime is freedom…. is a new life! It is very important, for a radiologist like me, after a short adaptation I see much better pictures at my […]
High myopia (17 diopters in both eyes) with cataract represented for me a considerable handicap: blepharitis and dry eye do not allow the use of contact lenses and with glasses I could barely see at intermediate distance. All the ophthalmologists I went to suggested to postpone cataract surgery, considering the precarious conditions of the retina. […]
Lately I had noticed that myopia was getting worse, having me to change glasses every six months. Dr. Badalà explained me that cataract was the problem and with cataract surgery he could remove cataracts and myopia at the same time. I arrived at his clinic with some tension, but I noticed an excellent organization and […]
From fear to joy! I was diagnosed with cataract, but my greatest wish was to correct also my high myopia and fear had always stuck me. After a careful research I set up a visit with Dr. Badala and I immediately understood that I was on the right way. With just one surgery, the doctor […]
Cataract surgery with the new intraocular trifocal lenses, performed in Milan and Catania, can free you from glasses. We’re one of the few centers in Italy that uses the nre intraocular trifocal lenses that offer clear vision for every distance, with a good contrast sensitivity and collateral effects that are almost non existent. Old […]
The most important news in cataract surgery definitely concerns intraocular lens. Today, there are several types available that can be molded to match every eye characteristics, correcting even small, individual flaws. Your ophthalmologist will suggest the best intraocular lens for your needs. Dr. Badalà introduced High-Tech intraocular lenses (customizable with light) in Italy, and performs […]
The Intraocular Tecnis® Symfony Lens is the first and only intraocular lens with augmented depth of field, used together with cataract surgery or phacorefractive to corect myopia, astigmatism, ipermetropia and presbyopia. This is a new technology developed in the optic lab by Professor Pablo Artal, with whom Dr. Badalà collaborates since 2008. This intraocular […]
Eyesight quality after cataract surgery depends on the type of intraocular lens (IOL) implanted. Dr. Federico Badalà relies on the most innovative intraocular lens in Milan and Catania. Standard Intraocular Lens: This intraocular lens (IOL) allows to focus well on near or far objects. Glasses can become necessary in both cases. In case of low […]
Laser Cataract Surgery is a recent innovation in the world of cataract surgery. The most common kind of surgery is definitely Phacoemultification, that consists of sucking the cataract out via ultrasounds. In order to remove the cataract, a special tool is used: a femtosecond laser. Whichever the method, today cataract surgery is considered to be […]
Cataract Surgery consists in removing the existing opaque lens and implanting a new intraocular lens (IOL). The surgery outcome largely depends on the kind of intraocular lens used. A skilled ophtalmologist chooses the lens that best fits the patient’s need and characteristics. There are several types of intraocular lenses; the latest kind is customizable thanks […]
