capsulotomy
Laser Clearing After Cataract Surgery
Plain-language definition
A short laser procedure that clears a cloudy membrane that can form behind the lens implant after cataract surgery, restoring clear vision.
Where this term comes up
“Opening in lens capsule (capsulotomy)”
Treatment · Cataract Surgery
“YAG laser capsulotomy after cataract surgery”
Condition · Retinal Tear
“YAG capsulotomy: many patients can drive after pupil dilation has worn off, but follow the instructions given for your eye”
Guide · Driving with Vision Changes - When to Talk to Your Doctor
- Category
- Treatment or procedure
- Also written as
- No alternate forms listed.
Treatment terms describe procedures, surgeries, devices, or treatment strategies used to manage eye and vision conditions.
Related glossary terms
- YAG
Yttrium Aluminum Garnet Laser
- macula
Central Retina
- opacification
Clouding
- IOL
Intraocular Lens
- bilaterally
On Both Sides
- endophthalmitis
Severe Eye Infection
A note on medical context
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