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Two years ago, cataract surgery one eye. today, have 50% post cataract opacification. is an iol lens exchange one option or never is?

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Dr. Stan Coleman answered

Post cataract opacit: Post cataract opacification is treated with laser which opens the opacity. IOL exchanged is not indicated.

Answered 10/6/2020

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A member asked:

Two years ago, cataract surgery one eye. today, have 50% post cataract opacification. is an iol lens exchange one option or never is?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stan Coleman answered

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