YAG Laser Capsulotomy in London
At London Cataract Centre, YAG laser capsulotomy is offered as a quick and highly effective treatment for posterior capsule opacification (PCO), a common issue that can develop months or years after cataract surgery. PCO occurs when the thin capsule that supports the intraocular lens (IOL) becomes cloudy, causing symptoms such as blurred vision, glare, or halos, even after an otherwise successful cataract operation.
The procedure is carried out on an outpatient basis at our cataract-only clinic using a precise YAG laser to create a small opening in the cloudy capsule. This allows light to pass through the lens properly again, restoring visual clarity. All YAG laser capsulotomy procedures at London Cataract Centre are performed by an experienced consultant ophthalmic surgeon, ensuring a high level of clinical oversight and precision.
YAG laser capsulotomy is non-invasive, does not require incisions, and in most cases leads to an immediate improvement in vision, allowing patients to return to normal activities the same day.
