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Yag Laser Capsulotomy

Cataract surgery involves removal of the natural lens from within the eye. This lens is replaced by an artificial lens implant, placed inside a natural capsule (bag) within the eye. This capsule can become thickened and cause deterioration of vision. An opening in this capsule is made with a YAG laser to allow more light to enter inside the eye, and this helps to improve vision.

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Central Serous Chorioretinopathy

Central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR) is a condition in which fluid accumulates under the retina and might cause vision loss. This occurs most commonly in young and middle-aged adults. Men usually develop this condition more commonly than women. Vision loss is usually temporary but sometimes can become chronic or recur.

Myopic Macular Degeneration

People with high myopia are at risk of permanent degenerative changes to the retina, due to elongation of the eye. This is called myopic macular degeneration when it affects the central retina

Myopic Macular Degeneration 
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Posterior Vitreous Detachment

The eye is filled with a jelly like substance called vitreous, which maintains the shape of the eye and supplies it with nutrition and helps with focusing of light. The vitreous is attached loosely to the surface of the retina, which is the tissue at the back of the eye. In middle age (or earlier in short-sighted people), the vitreous jelly may shrink and pull away from the retina and this is known as a posterior vitreous detachment. Patients may experience flashing lights and floaters, which are often described as cobwebs or veils.

Retinal Detachment

A retinal detachment is when your retina separates from the inside of your eye.

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