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How Much Does Cataract surgery (one eye) Cost in Brazil?

Cataract surgery (one eye) in Brazil typically costs from $1,300 to $2,900. The total depends on lens technology, surgical technique, and the specific clinic tier. Patients save approximately 60% compared to the US, where the average cost is $5,300. Basic pricing usually includes the surgeon fee, standard monofocal lens, and local anesthesia.

  • Lens type: Premium multifocal or toric lenses increase the base price significantly.
  • Surgical technique: Laser-assisted phacoemulsification adds a premium over standard ultrasound methods.
  • City location: Costs in major hubs like Sao Paulo and Brasilia are often higher.
  • Facility tier: High-complexity hospitals with specialized imaging centers charge more for advanced equipment.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing multi-specialty centers like Hospital Daher Lago Sul ensures access to high-complexity care. Their surgical center performs over 10,000 procedures annually, indicating high surgical proficiency. In Brasilia, prices for cataract surgery typically start around $2,100. This rate often includes access to JCI-standard facilities and ISO-certified quality management systems.

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Cataract surgery (one eye)≈ $1,300from $1,200≈ $2,300
Data verified by Bookimed as of November 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 138 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.

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Cataract surgery (one eye) Overview in Brazil

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Stay in the country - 2 days
Rehabilitation - 1 day
Anesthesia - Local anesthesia
Requests processed - 15215
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Updated: 11/03/2026
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Fast Facts about Cataract surgery (one eye)

Cataract surgery (one eye)

This ophthalmology procedure involves removing the cloudy lens from one eye and replacing it with a clear artificial intraocular lens to restore vision.

Pros: Faster recovery and less post-surgery recovery time compared to bilateral surgery. Reduced risk of complications as only one eye is undergoing surgery at a time.
Cons: Possible vision imbalance if the other eye also has a cataract. May require a second surgery for the other eye if needed.
Effectiveness: 98% success rate in achieving clear vision post-surgery.
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Recovery: 1-2 weeks.
Best for: Individuals with cataracts in one eye or those preferring staged surgeries. Suitable for patients with presbyopia needing vision correction.
Prices: View costs of other techniques

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