What is a YAG laser posterior capsulotomy?
It is a non-invasive laser procedure to eliminate the cloudiness that occassionally interferes with a patient’s vision after cataract surgery. During cataract surgery the cataract is removed but a thin membrane that held the cataract is left in place to hold the implanted artificial lens. Leaving the capsule in place during cataract surgery allows the vision after surgery to be more stable and ensures fewer surgical complications. However, sometimes the posterior or back portion of the capsule becomes cloudy over time. This can be resolved with a quick laser procedure performed in the outpatient clinic.
