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Cataract surgery with IOL replacement

This procedure involves removing the cloudy lens of the eye and replacing it with an artificial intraocular lens to restore clear vision.

[icon-pros]Pros: High success rates of over 95% for improved vision. Quick recovery time with most patients seeing clearly within a few days.
[icon-cons]Cons: Potential for minor post-operative complications like dry eyes or halos around lights in less than 10% of cases.
[icon-effect]Effectiveness: 98% of patients achieve significantly improved vision.
[icon-clock]Duration: 1-2 hours
[icon-run]Recovery: 1-2 weeks
[icon-thumbs]Best for: Individuals with cataracts causing vision impairment, affecting daily activities.
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