Cataract treatment in Ivano-Frankivsk

A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s natural lens that causes vision to gradually become blurred, dim, or “cloudy.” A person may have poorer distance vision and experience difficulty reading, driving, or working in bright light. Without treatment, a cataract can gradually lead to significant vision loss.

Cataract treatment in Lviv is performed surgically: the cloudy lens is removed and replaced with an artificial lens, also known as an intraocular lens (IOL). At Lviv Medical Center, cataract surgery is performed after a comprehensive eye examination and individual IOL selection based on the condition of the eyes, the patient’s lifestyle, and visual needs.

The experience and proprietary techniques of Professor Ihor Yaroslavovych Novytskyi.

At Lviv Medical Center, cataract treatment is performed with the participation of Professor Ihor Novytskyi, an experienced ophthalmic surgeon in Ukraine.

His many years of surgical practice and proprietary techniques enable the use of modern approaches to cataract surgery and vision restoration.

An individualized approach to each case helps determine the optimal treatment strategy, minimize surgical trauma, and ensure a comfortable recovery after surgery.

All necessary preoperative tests can be performed at Lviv Medical Center

Preoperative tests:

• Complete blood count + ESR
• urinalysis
• glucose
• rapid test for the detection of hepatitis B surface antigen
• rapid test for the detection of hepatitis C surface antigen
• rapid test for the detection of antibodies to syphilis

Preoperative examinations:

• ECG
• consultation with an internist (or a cardiologist, if necessary)

A Modern Approach to Vision Restoration

Cataracts are among the most common eye conditions in older adults and gradually lead to impaired vision. An effective treatment for cataracts is the surgical removal of the clouded lens followed by IOL implantation.

At Lviv Medical Center, cataract phacoemulsification is performed. During surgery, the clouded lens is broken up using ultrasound and removed from the eye through a small incision.

An artificial lens, or intraocular lens, is then implanted in its place. It unfolds inside the eye and helps restore focusing ability and clear vision.

Which intraocular lens should you choose after cataract removal?

During cataract surgery, the natural lens is replaced with an artificial lens, also known as an intraocular lens (IOL). The type of IOL determines how well the patient will see at near, intermediate, and far distances after surgery.

Modern intraocular lenses not only help restore clear vision but may also reduce dependence on glasses in everyday life.

The artificial lens is selected individually after a comprehensive eye examination, taking into account the condition of the eyes, lifestyle, and the patient’s visual needs.

Trifocal lens

A trifocal lens provides clear vision at three main distances: near, intermediate, and far. After surgery, patients can read, use a smartphone, work at a computer, and perform daily activities more comfortably and with less dependence on glasses.

This type of IOL is suitable for people who lead an active lifestyle and want to minimise their need for glasses after cataract surgery.

Suitable if you:

• need clear vision at different distances;
• read frequently or use a smartphone often;
• regularly work at a computer;
• lead an active lifestyle.

  Important considerations:

  • an adjustment period to the new type of vision may be required after implantation;
  • the outcome depends on the condition of the eyes and the patient’s individual characteristics.

EDOF lens

An EDOF lens provides clear distance and intermediate vision. In everyday life, this allows you to work comfortably at a computer, use a smartphone, drive, and perform most daily activities.

After EDOF IOL implantation, dependence on glasses is usually reduced; however, they may still be required for reading small print up close.

Suitable if you:

• want to reduce your dependence on glasses;
• spend a lot of time working at a computer;
• need clear intermediate and distance vision;
• lead an active lifestyle.

  Important considerations:

  • glasses may be required for reading small print;
  • an EDOF lens does not provide the same level of independence from reading glasses as a trifocal IOL.

Monofocal lens

A monofocal lens provides clear vision mainly at one distance, most commonly for distance vision. After surgery, the patient can comfortably watch television, go for walks, and drive.

Glasses are usually required for reading, using a smartphone, or working at a computer.

Suitable if:

• clear distance vision is important to you;
• you are prepared to use glasses for near vision;
• you are looking for a simple and proven IOL option.

Important considerations:

• glasses are usually required for reading and close-up work;
• a monofocal IOL does not provide clear vision at all distances without additional correction.

About Us

Lviv Medical Center – is a modern multidisciplinary medical center with more than 20 years of experience. More than 8000 cataract treatment and vision restoration procedures have been performed at the clinic.

The team includes more than 100 qualified doctors. Patients have access to more than 3500 medical services, ranging from consultations and diagnostics to ophthalmic surgery, minimally invasive procedures, traumatology, rehabilitation, and physiotherapy.