Cataract

What is Cataract?

Cataract & Phaco Surgery focuses on treating cataracts that cause blurred or cloudy vision. Advanced techniques help remove the cloudy lens and restore clearer vision with personalized lens options.

 

 

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Early signs may include:

Blurred Vision • Poor Night Vision • Light Sensitivity & Glare

The good news - Cataract is treatable.

With advanced, painless procedures at Siliguri Greater Lions Eye Hospital (SGLEH), clear vision can be safely restored.

Our Established Impact in Cataract Care

  • 15,646+ cataract surgeries conducted to date
  • 69.66% of surgeries provided free to underserved communities
  • 117+ children treated for congenital and developmental cataract
  • 81% of patients have never accessed eye care before

Advanced Cataract Surgery at Siliguri Greater Lions Eye Hospital (SGLEH)

Cataract surgery is a safe, stitchless, day-care procedure where the cloudy lens is replaced with a clear artificial intraocular lens (IOL).

Our Surgical Expertise

At Siliguri Greater Lions Eye Hospital (SGLEH), we offer:

  • Phacoemulsification (Phaco Surgery) – Minimally invasive, stitchless procedure
  • Micro-Phaco Surgery – Greater precision with faster recovery
  • Small Incision Cataract Surgery (SICS) – Reliable and cost-effective option

Advanced IOL Options

  • Monofocal lenses – Clear distance vision
  • Multifocal lenses – Reduced dependence on glasses
  • Toric lenses – Correction for astigmatism

Benefits of Modern Cataract Surgery

  • Painless and stitchless procedure
  • Quick surgery (10–15 minutes)
  • Fast recovery
  • Same-day discharge
  • Improved visual quality

Why Choose Siliguri Greater Lions Eye Hospital (SGLEH)?

  • Recognised as the Best Eye Hospital in North Bengal
  • Highly experienced surgeons trained at leading institutions
  • Advanced technology and world-class infrastructure
  • Affordable care with a strong focus on accessibility
  • Extensive outreach network across North Bengal

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Dr. Abhay Anand Gupta

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1. What is Phaco Surgery, and how is it used to treat cataracts?

Phacoemulsification (Phaco) is an advanced, modern surgical technique used to remove cataracts. During the procedure, a tiny microscopic incision is made in the eye, and ultrasound energy is used to gently break up the clouded natural lens. The fragments are suctioned out, and a foldable Intraocular Lens (IOL) is implanted to restore clear vision.

2. What are the benefits of choosing micro-phaco and stitchless cataract surgery?

Stitchless micro-phaco cataract surgery offers major advantages over traditional methods, including a significantly smaller incision size, faster visual recovery, minimal post-operative discomfort, and reduced risk of surgically induced astigmatism. Because no stitches are typically required, patients can return to their routine daily activities much sooner.

3. How do I know if I have a cataract and need surgery?

Cataracts develop gradually as a natural part of the aging process, causing symptoms like blurry or hazy vision, faded colors, increased glare or halos around lights at night, poor night vision, and frequent changes in your eyeglass prescription. A comprehensive clinical evaluation by an eye specialist is required to confirm if a cataract is mature enough to warrant surgery.

4. What types of intraocular lenses (IOLs) are available during cataract surgery?

Siliguri Greater Lions Eye Hospital offers a wide selection of high-quality intraocular lenses tailored to individual lifestyle and visual needs. This includes standard monofocal lenses (for clear distance vision), toric lenses (to correct pre-existing astigmatism), and advanced multifocal or extended depth of focus (EDOF) lenses designed to reduce dependence on both distance and reading glasses.

5. How can I book a cataract consultation or surgery in Siliguri?

You can schedule a comprehensive cataract evaluation at Siliguri Greater Lions Eye Hospital by calling the official helpline at +91 97333 00090 or by visiting the main hospital facility located behind Vishal Cinema on Sevoke Road, Siliguri. Both paying and subsidized community care options are available to ensure accessible treatment for all sections of society.