YAG Laser Capsulotomy
About 30% of people who undergo cataract surgery will get a clouding of the posterior capsule, which is like a piece of cellophane that hold the natural lens or artificial lens in place. There is a very quick procedure called a YAG laser capsulotomy that can open up the capsular bag to restore vision.
Posterior capsulotomy is a laser Procedure you may need sometime after cataract surgery to restore clear vision. The procedure is done in your ophthalmologist’s office. It usually takes about 5 minutes.
Here is what will happen:
- Your eye will be numbed with eye drops.
- You may be given another eye drops as well to dilate your pupil.
- Your ophthalmologist will point a special laser at the back of the lens capsule and make a small opening.
- You will need a post operative visit between 1 and 10 days.
After the procedure, usually you can do all your normal daily activities, including driving. Your ophthalmologist will tell you if there are things you should not do right after surgery.