YAG capsulotomy

Months or years after cataract surgery, the membrane behind the lens implant can cloud over and vision blurs again. A YAG capsulotomy clears it with a laser in a few minutes, with no incision and no recovery period.

What's Involved

Confirmation of the cause — An exam to establish that clouding of the capsule, not another problem, is behind the blur.
Laser treatment — A brief, painless in-office procedure through a contact lens.
Same-day recovery — Vision usually clears within a day, with a short course of drops.

When to Come In

Blur returning after cataract surgery — Vision that was clear and has gradually clouded again.
Glare and halos — Increasing difficulty with night driving or bright light.
Reduced contrast — Washed-out vision that a new spectacle prescription does not fix.

This content is for general information only and isn't medical advice. Results vary from person to person, so talk with your eye doctor about your own eyes. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.