Archive for June, 2007
Having a Cataract Operation
Cataract operations are now very common day case procedures. However, it is still an operation and can make people very scared. I have met many patients who have cancelled their booked procedure because they are too frightened to come in on the day. This is such a shame as this procedure is the most successful […]
Posted: June 9th, 2007 under Eye Operations.
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Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is the leading cause of legal blindness in patients aged 20 - 65 years in Western countries. This is a disease of the retina - the film at the back of the eye responsible for detecting light.
From the time of diagnosis of Type 2 (late onset, or non-insulin dependant diabetes) it is […]
Posted: June 9th, 2007 under Eye Conditions.
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