Cataracts are one of the eye complications of diabetes and have a high incidence. Currently, the most effective treatment is cataract ultrasound emulsification surgery. With the help of sophisticated surgical equipment, the scope of modern cataract surgery has been expanded and the success rate of surgery has been greatly improved. Detailed examination and investigation to reduce the risk of surgery. Although with the development of medical technology, diabetic cataract surgery is no longer a difficult task for specialized cataract surgeons. However, because of the presence of diabetes, the chance of complications such as bleeding and infection increases, and the risk of surgery is relatively greater than that of normal people. Therefore, before having surgery, diabetic patients must have various corresponding examinations and a comprehensive and integrated assessment of all indicators in order to reduce the risk of surgery.
First, blood sugar should be controlled under the guidance of a specialist so that blood sugar is stable and the risk of surgery is reduced. Secondly, a detailed eye examination should be done, especially visual function and fundus examination. Another eye complication of diabetic patients is fundopathy, which affects visual function to different degrees at different times. Knowing the degree of fundus lesions, we can predict the vision condition after cataract surgery, and the doctor can give appropriate treatment according to the patient’s eye condition. Third, preoperative physical examination: check blood pressure, electrocardiogram, chest X-ray, liver and kidney function to exclude systemic diseases and ensure the safety of surgical procedure and postoperative medication.
When is diabetic cataract suitable for surgery? Diabetic cataract is a progressive disease. During the development of cataract, diabetic patients can undergo cataract surgery in the following cases: (1) vision is around 0.3 due to cataract; (2) no active inflammation in the eye; (3) blood sugar control is within the permissible range; and (4) no systemic diseases that are not suitable for surgery. If you are determined to be eligible for cataract surgery, you should pay attention to eye hygiene and order antibiotic eye drops for 3 days before surgery, in addition to adjusting your blood sugar. In addition, psychological preparation before surgery is indispensable. Some patients are too afraid of the surgery, which leads to the rise of blood pressure, but brings trouble to the surgery. Modern cataract surgery is painless and the procedure only takes a few minutes to ten minutes, so you should never be nervous and try to cooperate with the surgeon. After surgery, you should still pay attention to controlling your blood sugar, take medication as prescribed by your doctor, review your eyes in time, avoid rubbing your eyes and do not do strenuous exercise.
Cataract ultrasound emulsification surgery is a high technology with a high rate of restoration of vision in modern ophthalmology. I believe that after close cooperation between you and the surgeon, you will be able to return a pair of bright eyes.