The eye is numbed using anesthetic eye drops to ensure comfort during the procedure.
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The ophthalmologist uses a specialized YAG laser to focus on the cloudy posterior capsule behind the intraocular lens (IOL).
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A tiny, precise laser beam is applied to create a small opening in the center of the cloudy capsule.
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The opening clears the central visual axis, allowing light to pass through to the retina without obstruction.
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The procedure is quick, painless, and typically takes only a few minutes.
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Vision improvement is often immediate or occurs within a few days.
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