Hypermature Cataracts: Prevention and Precautions
Some people think that hypermature cataracts are rare cases. But Dr. Nick Mamalis of theMoran Eye Center refutes this claim and warned fellow surgeons to be prepared for such cases.
Many cataract surgeons now agree that hypermature cataracts are very difficult cases to handle, a potential nightmare. As Dr. Mamalis puts it, "sometimes taking every precaution is not enough to avoid complications that arise with these difficult cases. Even when you are completely prepared for this, there can still be complications or problems involved."
Hypermature cataracts are cataracts that goes on to an advanced stage wherein the lens cortex liquefies. Clinically, the crystalline lens are swollen, milky and softened, the result of self-digestion of the lens fibers of a mature cataract.
Primary danger lies in the fact that high molecular weight proteins from liquefied lens cortex may leak through the lens capsule. Inflammatory reactions can occur. Inflammatory cells or phacolytic protein may become trapped in trabecular meshwork causing them to clog resulting in secondary open angle glaucoma.
Another problem is the frequent high degree of tension that the liquefied, swollen white cataracts can sometimes place the lens capsule under as they swell. This raises the distinct possibility that the capsulotomy will extend because of the pressure to which it is subjected. The elevation in intra ocular pressure can lead to optic nerve damage.
Progress of the condition toward blindness can be fast. A woman from Bosnia in her early 50s recounted increasing difficulty seeing out of her right eye for months that culminated in her losing sight completely. During the eye examination, her doctor described the vision to be hand-motion vision, that is, she could only see the movement of a hand in front of her eye and nothing more.
If you are a patient diagnosed of early to mature cataracts, do not wait for your cataracts to reach hypermaturity. While still undecided to undergoing surgery, consider Bright Eyes Drops for cataracts as an alternative. As seen on UK TV, it dissolves cataracts gradually and has been shown to have high success rates in clinical trials. Its success lies in the active ingredient N-Acetyl Carnosine, a natural compound of the human body and animals as well that helps in the healthy functioning of the cells. The sooner your cataracts are diagnosed and applied with drops, the greater the chances of success.
If you are a brave soul and would rather go for the surgical procedure, do not give your eye surgeon the nightmare. Keep eyes ready and clean through adequate intake of Vitamin C and Lutein and Zeaxanthin micronutrients to help in eye health.
Keep yourself free from nightmare too by preventing potential complications hypermature cataracts can bring.
Many cataract surgeons now agree that hypermature cataracts are very difficult cases to handle, a potential nightmare. As Dr. Mamalis puts it, "sometimes taking every precaution is not enough to avoid complications that arise with these difficult cases. Even when you are completely prepared for this, there can still be complications or problems involved."
Hypermature cataracts are cataracts that goes on to an advanced stage wherein the lens cortex liquefies. Clinically, the crystalline lens are swollen, milky and softened, the result of self-digestion of the lens fibers of a mature cataract.
Primary danger lies in the fact that high molecular weight proteins from liquefied lens cortex may leak through the lens capsule. Inflammatory reactions can occur. Inflammatory cells or phacolytic protein may become trapped in trabecular meshwork causing them to clog resulting in secondary open angle glaucoma.
Another problem is the frequent high degree of tension that the liquefied, swollen white cataracts can sometimes place the lens capsule under as they swell. This raises the distinct possibility that the capsulotomy will extend because of the pressure to which it is subjected. The elevation in intra ocular pressure can lead to optic nerve damage.
Progress of the condition toward blindness can be fast. A woman from Bosnia in her early 50s recounted increasing difficulty seeing out of her right eye for months that culminated in her losing sight completely. During the eye examination, her doctor described the vision to be hand-motion vision, that is, she could only see the movement of a hand in front of her eye and nothing more.
If you are a patient diagnosed of early to mature cataracts, do not wait for your cataracts to reach hypermaturity. While still undecided to undergoing surgery, consider Bright Eyes Drops for cataracts as an alternative. As seen on UK TV, it dissolves cataracts gradually and has been shown to have high success rates in clinical trials. Its success lies in the active ingredient N-Acetyl Carnosine, a natural compound of the human body and animals as well that helps in the healthy functioning of the cells. The sooner your cataracts are diagnosed and applied with drops, the greater the chances of success.
If you are a brave soul and would rather go for the surgical procedure, do not give your eye surgeon the nightmare. Keep eyes ready and clean through adequate intake of Vitamin C and Lutein and Zeaxanthin micronutrients to help in eye health.
Keep yourself free from nightmare too by preventing potential complications hypermature cataracts can bring.
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