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Cataract Surgery Treatment

Blade-free phaco. Vision restored same day.

Cataract surgery removes the cloudy natural lens and replaces it with a clear artificial lens (IOL). The procedure takes 15 minutes and vision improves within 24 hours.

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Quick Facts

Cataract Surgery

Cost RangeRs 25,000 – Rs 80,000 per eye
Duration15–20 minutes per eye
Hospital StaySame-day, no admission
RecoveryVision improves in 24–48 hours
InsuranceCovered
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Symptoms of Cataract Surgery

Cloudy or blurry vision
Difficulty seeing at night
Sensitivity to light
Seeing halos around lights
Fading or yellowing of colours

Causes of Cataract Surgery

Ageing (most common)
Diabetes
Prolonged UV exposure
Eye injury
Certain medications

Treatment Options

RECOMMENDEDPhacoemulsification (standard)
MICS (Micro-incision Cataract Surgery)
Femtosecond Laser Cataract Surgery

Cataract Surgery Cost in India (2026)

Cost varies by city, hospital, and method. MySurgery provides transparent pricing before you commit.

Tip: This procedure is covered by most health insurance policies. MySurgery helps with cashless claims.

Recovery Timeline

Vision improves in 24–48 hours. Eye drops for 4 weeks.

Top Surgeons for Cataract Surgery

Verified surgeons affiliated with partner hospitals. View all doctors →

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Dr. Mahipal Sachdev

35 yrs · Delhi

🏥 Centre for Sight Delhi

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Dr. Kim Ramasamy

24 yrs · Madurai

🏥 Aravind Eye Hospital Madurai

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Dr. Anita Sethi

22 yrs · Delhi

🏥 Fortis Memorial Research Institute Delhi

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Dr. Anil Kulkarni

20 yrs · Pune

🏥 Ruby Hall Clinic Pune

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does cataract surgery cost in Delhi?

Cataract surgery costs Rs 25,000 to Rs 80,000 per eye in Delhi depending on the lens type chosen.

Is cataract surgery covered by insurance?

Yes. Cataract surgery is covered by all major health insurance policies in India.

Is cataract surgery painful?

No. The procedure is done under local anaesthesia (eye drops). You are awake but feel no pain.

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