Cataract Surgery
Contact us at: europacosmetic@gmail.com
Affordable Cataract surgery
Cataracts affect over 70% of the population especially and unsurprisingly those in the over age 70 category.
We here at Europa-International est.1996 (based in Luton) have a mission to help as many people as possible suffering from this condition. speedily and more affordable than in the U.K.
Who are Europa-International? We are the trusted and longest-serving UK-based European medical service established in 1996. During that time have assisted in excess of 30,000 patients who entrusted them to take them to Prague, for either cosmetic surgery or cosmetic dentistry procedure. Hardly believable but never once out of a total of more than 30,000 patients was there so much as one single complication. https://europa-international.net/Widely acclaimed and appeared on both BBC and Anglia TV as well as most national and international print media.
Since 2016 although retired they maintained many of their medical connections in the Czech Republic and decided to return to the fray.
Why have they taken it upon themselves to come out of retirement and spread their wings into this territory?
Firstly being entrepreneurs for most of their lives, they spotted a niche in the market. Secondly: shocked to discover many seniors in the UK were being rationed for this crucial procedure. Waits of up to 2 years! You could go blind by then. Moreover along- the the-way, left untreated cataracts due to impaired vision, can easily cause a person to injure themselves. What are the symptoms of cataracts? Essentially the problem emanates from patients experiencing cloudy vision symptoms. What was once a naturally clear ocular lens indicates some cloudiness. Moreover along- the the-way left untreated, cataracts can easily cause a person to injure themselves, due to their impaired vision.
Cataracts indicate diminished transparency and cloudiness in what was previously a transparent ocular lens. Thus casting a shadow and preventing light rays from reaching the retina. Often the condition begins with only a mild degree of cataract, just mildly affecting your vision. Conversely, in more acute and advanced stages you will experience cloudy vision which seems ultra-sensitive to light and increased sensitivity to light, and far sight is distorted. How rapidly the extent of the cloudiness in the ocular lens varies individually. But for sure it isn’t going to get better. Without being melodramatic here you could find in some cases a complete loss of sight. This may take months, years, or even decades but it can be the outcome.
ataract Symptoms include fading of colours, and blurred and double vision known as diplopia.
There are often seen as vague ‘ halos’ around the light. Also, difficulties coping with bright lights, and naturally impaired vision.
Cataract Conditions produce a clouding over the eye lens
This, of course drastically affects vision. To begin, manifestations are quite slow in either one or both eyes. Thus affects reading, driving a car, and recognising people and objects.
Not to mention the risks of injury when being unable to see what you are doing clearly. Basically a big loss of independence.
Cataract Symptoms include fading of colours, and blurred and double vision known as diplopia.
There are often seen as vague ‘ halos’ around the light. Also, difficulties coping with bright lights, and naturally impaired vision.
Where to take our UK patients for this procedure? That was a no-brainer -our tried and trusted Czech Republic.
Below are a few Q&As.
Is cataract surgery-painful?
Cataract surgery is not at all painful. Most patients describe a mild sensation of pressure around the eye. In some cases, local anaesthesia (administered via eye drops) or perform a small anaesthetic block around the eye. However, where we have an exceptionally nervous patient it’s possible for us to apply an unaesthetic bloc. Or in even more extreme cases we can apply a light general anesthetic. So, all-in-all we have you covered here.
Can I fly after cataract surgery? Yes, there Are no issues here at all unless, of course, you happen to be the Pilot..lol
Cost of cataract surgery in the UK? On average it’s between £3-£4000.00 per eye. Not to mention usually quite a hefty pre-op consultation between £2-£400
How long after cataract surgery before I can drive a car? No restriction basically-whenever you, yourself feel confident and ready. There are no medical restrictions here. But most people do wait for a few days before getting behind the wheel again.
Cataract Surgery on the NHS? How long is the waiting time? We cannot say precisely how long the waiting lists are but feedback ranges between 1-2 years. We also understand there needs to be considerable eye deterioration before you are even considered. Lastly, the equipment and options are very limited.
Lens Replacement Surgery? This is another terminology for cataract surgery-same thing.
Intra-Occular Lens Implant? Is usually performed as part of cataract surgery Intraocular lenses (also known as IOLs for short). Is often part of cataract surgery and is widely known as refractive lens exchange.
Cataract Surgery on the second eye.
This usually takes place between 3-4 days after the surgery on the first eye. So rest assured you will not have to return to the Czech Republic for your second eye. Once the full examination has taken place our surgeon will present you with various options and types of intraocular lenses.
Before commencing any surgery if you wish we will discuss the option of combining your surgery with a multifocal trifocals intraocular lens. There would be an additional cost here but if in addition to cataracts, you suffered poor vision, we can correct that too. ASK FOR DETAILS. Excellent video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5qzj8fHajY
What about the equipment we use? It’s generally as good if not better than what you would be offered in the U.K.
Obviously, there are additional costs: Air ticket, accommodation etc. but you would still be on the saving side. We either organise your itinerary with instructions or we can accompany you.
Can you trust us? We are in the older age bracket ourselves age 70 plus. However, if you travel alone we arrange everything for you. We can discuss these options during discussions.
Cataract Surgery Options | How can we help you?
Well for a start we can save you quite a considerable amount of money. Worlds class renowned surgeons, and only a one-hour 40-minute flight from Stansted to the Czech Republic. Actually, Less time than it might take you to get into London.
Moreover, with the London congestion and parking charges this cost alone, would probably exceed the price of your return air ticket from London- Stansted with Wizz Air.
Cataracts medical and nursing care.
The staff are very experienced and speak excellent English. Offering the most up-to-date surgical methods:
Laser vision correction: ReLEx Smile, FemtoLASIK
Intraocular refractive surgery: PRELEX, RLE, ICL
Cataract surgery: cataract and femtocataract (LenSx)
How does the service work see our link page:
The type Of Cataract procedure offered depends greatly on the age of the patient as follows:
45 – 65 years of age: intraocular refractive surgery (RLE/CLE with a monofocal implant – to correct hyperopia or myopia and astigmatism, or PRELEX with a trifocal implant – to correct hyperopia or myopia and presbyopia and astigmatism)
65 years and older: cataract surgery (with monofocal, bifocal of trifocal implant).
Methods RLE/CLE, PRELEX and cataract surgery – it is the same procedure = lens exchange, using either phaco-emulsification (with ultrasonic vibration to emulsify the lens), or femtosecond laser (with laser ray to fragment the lens). We do both.
As for the intraocular lenses – we only use Alcon and Zeiss products:
Alcon lenses read more about them here: Alcon
monofocal IOL: Acry Sof Natural
monofocal aspheric IOL: Clareon
monofocal aspheric toric IOL: Acry Sof IQ Toric (to correct astigmatism)
bifocal aspheric IOL: Acry Sof IQ ReSTOR
bifocal aspheric toric IOL: Acry Sof IQ ReSTOR Toric
trifocal aspheric IOL: Acry Sof IQ PanOptix
trifocal aspheric toric IOL: Acry Sof IQ PanOptix Toric
(with Alcon IOLs the lens capsular opacification occurs in about 15-20% of patients).
Zeiss Lenses read more about them here: ZEISS Image Courtesy of Zeiss.
Trifocal IOL: AT LISA Tri Tri Toric
ICL method – it is not a lens exchange, but the ICL is added in front of the natural lens, and we only use Visian ICL https://staar.com/products/visian-icl.
We do not use phakic lenses anymore.
For younger patients with limited vision
There is laser vision correction. We have two lasers: femtosecond VisuMax and excimer MEL 80. We offer PRK, femto-LASIK and ReLEx Smile procedures.
And last, but not least – the anaesthesia: we also use local anaesthetics (eye drops), but we do not use injections to stop the eyelid moving – instead of injections we use a barraquer to keep the eye open: https://duckworth-and-kent.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5qzj8fHajY
Initially, we will call you back. email:europacosmetic@gmail.com
How does the service work see our link page:
Type Of Cataract procedure offered depends greatly on the age of the patient as follows:
45 – 65 years of age: intraocular refractive surgery (RLE/CLE with a monofocal implant – to correct hyperopia or myopia and astigmatism, or PRELEX with a trifocal implant – to correct hyperopia or myopia and presbyopia and astigmatism)
65 years and older: cataract surgery (with monofocal, bifocal of trifocal implant).
Methods RLE/CLE, PRELEX and cataract surgery – it is the same procedure = lens exchange, using either phako-emulsification (with ultrasonic vibration to emulsify the lens), or femtosecond laser (with laser ray to fragment the lens). We do both.
As for the intraocular lenses – we only use Alcon and Zeiss products:
Alcon lenses read more about them here: Alcon
monofocal IOL: Acry Sof Natural
monofocal aspheric IOL: Clareon
monofocal aspheric toric IOL: Acry Sof IQ Toric (to correct astigmatism)
bifocal aspheric IOL: Acry Sof IQ ReSTOR
bifocal aspheric toric IOL: Acry Sof IQ ReSTOR Toric
trifocal aspheric IOL: Acry Sof IQ PanOptix
trifocal aspheric toric IOL: Acry Sof IQ PanOptix Toric
(with Alcon IOLs the lens capsular opacification occurs in about 15-20% of patients).
cataract procedure overview.
A Cataract can only be removed by surgical intervention. Be in no doubt there are no eye-drops or ocular exercises which can effectively solve the condition (remove a cataract) Nevertheless the procedure is ultra-safe and proven worldwide.
Remarkably cataract removal at our clinic takes no more than 15 minutes, completely painless due to the eye being anaesthetised with anaesthetic eye drops beforehand.
During the surgery your surgeon gently removes your cloudy lens, replacing it with an artificial intraocular eye lens.
Following your operation (surgical procedure) a bandage in placed over the site of the operated eye. By day two you once the bandage has been removed you will be able to participate in normal activities.
Cataract Surgery on your second eye. This takes place between 3-7 days after he surgery in the first eye. Once the full examination has take place with our surgeon you will be presented with various option and types of intraocular lenses, bearing in mind the surgeons accrementitions.
Before commencing any surgery we will discuss the option of combining your surgery with a multivocal trifocals intraocular lens. There would be additional cost here but if in addition to cataracts if previously you possessed poor vision we can correct that too. ASK FOR DETAILS. Excellent video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5qzj8fHajY
Initially, we will call you back. email:europacosmetic@gmail.com
How does the service work see our link page: