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Getting cataract surgery is a common and safe procedure for people experiencing blurred vision due to cataracts—clouding of the eye’s natural lens.
The surgery involves removing the cloudy lens and replacing it with a clear artificial intraocular lens (IOL).
Cataract surgery is usually done as a day procedure, meaning you don’t have to stay overnight in the hospital.
In Singapore, this surgery is widely available at public hospitals like SNEC (Singapore National Eye Centre), Tan Tock Seng Hospital, NUH, and at many private eye clinics.
Fees can range from a few hundred to cataract surgery 3 28 several thousand dollars per eye, but Medisave can be used to offset a significant portion of the cost.
Eye drops and follow-up visits are needed to ensure proper healing and check for any complications.
Your doctor will recommend the best lens and procedure based on your individual needs.
In summary, cataract surgery in Singapore is safe, effective, and widely accessible—with good outcomes for most patients.