FRANCESCO SABATINO
Consultant Eye Surgeon
T: info@francescosabatino.co.uk
E: +44 (0) 7380 314130
What is cataract?
A cataract occurs when the natural lens of the eye becomes cloudy, leading to blurred vision, glare, reduced contrast sensitivity and increasing difficulty with everyday visual tasks such as reading or driving.
Cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed and successful surgical procedures in medicine. During the procedure, the cloudy natural lens is carefully removed using modern micro-incision techniques and replaced with a clear artificial intraocular lens (IOL). The surgery is typically performed as a day procedure under local anaesthesia and most patients experience a rapid recovery of vision.
Why choose Mr Sabatino for cataract surgery
Mr Sabatino has extensive experience in cataract surgery, ranging from routine procedures to highly complex cases.
He completed an advanced cataract fellowship at the internationally renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital and holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Cataract and Refractive Surgery. In addition to performing high-volume cataract surgery, he specialises in the management of complex cataract cases and complications of previous surgery.
Patients are frequently referred to him by other ophthalmic surgeons for expert management of challenging situations, reflecting established trust and experience in complex and high-risk surgical cases, including complications of previous procedures and advanced reconstructive techniques.
Each patient undergoes a careful assessment and detailed discussion of the available options, allowing a personalised surgical plan and intraocular lens choice based on their individual visual needs.
Intraocular Lens Options
During cataract surgery the cloudy natural lens is replaced with a clear artificial intraocular lens (IOL). Several types of lenses are available, and the most suitable option depends on the health of the eye, the presence of astigmatism and the patient’s visual preferences.
Standard Monofocal Lenses
Standard intraocular lenses provide excellent clarity of vision at a single focal distance, typically for distance vision. Most patients who choose a standard lens will still require glasses for reading or close work.
These lenses remain the most widely used option and provide highly predictable visual outcomes.
Premium Intraocular Lenses
In selected patients, premium intraocular lenses may reduce dependence on glasses after surgery.
Extended Depth of Focus (EDOF) lenses are designed to provide a continuous range of vision, particularly improving intermediate vision for activities such as computer use while maintaining good distance vision.
Multifocal lenses divide light into multiple focal points to provide vision at several distances, allowing some patients to achieve a greater degree of independence from glasses for both distance and reading tasks.
Not all eyes are suitable for premium lenses, particularly in the presence of certain retinal conditions. A detailed consultation and examination allows the most appropriate option to be selected based on the health of the eye and the patient’s visual priorities.