Cataract Surgery After LASIK, PRK, or RK: What Patients MUST Know

Описание: If you’ve had LASIK, PRK, RK, or other corneal refractive surgery and are now facing cataract surgery, this video is for you.

Cataract surgery in patients with prior refractive surgery is different — and understanding those differences is critical to achieving the best possible vision. In this video, Dr. Shelby explains how previous laser vision correction affects cataract measurements, lens selection, and visual outcomes.

We cover:

Why cataract surgery is more complex after LASIK, PRK, or RK

How corneal changes impact lens power calculations

Why vision outcomes can be less predictable

The role of higher-order aberrations, spherical aberration, and irregular astigmatism

Why multifocal lenses are often not recommended

When advanced options like the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) or IC-8 pinhole lens may be better choices

What realistic expectations patients should have after surgery

This video is designed to help patients make informed decisions, avoid common misconceptions, and feel confident heading into cataract surgery after refractive vision correction.

📌 This video is educational and not a substitute for a personalized medical evaluation.

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0:00 Introduction: Cataracts After Refractive Surgery
0:38 Why LASIK, PRK, or RK Changes Cataract Surgery
1:45 How Corneal Shape Affects Lens Calculations
3:10 Understanding Visual Variability After Surgery
4:35 Higher-Order Aberrations & Irregular Astigmatism
6:05 Why Multifocal Lenses Are Often a Poor Choice
7:30 Best Lens Options for Post-Refractive Patients
9:05 Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) Explained
10:30 IC-8 Pinhole Lens for Complex Eyes
11:45 Setting Realistic Expectations
13:00 Final Advice for Patients