Understanding Cataracts: Types, Treatment, and the Role of Ophthalmic Microsurgical Knives in Surgery

A cataract develops when protein accumulation causes the lens of the eye to become hazy, impairing vision. Normally, light is focused onto the retina by the lens, which is made of proteins and water, to create sharp images. When these proteins clump together, they create a dark patch that obstructs light, impairing vision. If left […]