Cataract (Grauer Star)
Clouding of the eye's natural lens (commonly known as cataract) is a common condition that becomes noticeable through an increased need for light, frequently changing glasses prescriptions, a gradual decline in visual acuity, or increased sensitivity to glare.
The progression is usually slow, though in isolated cases it can cause serious problems within a short time. Risk factors include age, medications such as cortisone, or previous eye surgery.
Treatment & Cure
New glasses can initially compensate for symptoms temporarily. During cataract surgery, the clouded natural lens is removed and replaced with a clear artificial lens. The timing and appropriateness of the roughly 20-minute procedure will be discussed with you individually.
Surgical Standard
We use phacoemulsification (high-performance ultrasound). Laser techniques serve as a useful addition here. The method and choice of implant are planned individually following a thorough pre-operative examination.
The Process in Brief
- Thorough pre-operative examination and individual treatment planning.
- Outpatient procedure as standard practice.
- Gentle lens removal and implantation of the artificial lens.
A Look Inside Our Operating Area
Intravitreal Injections (IVI)
The macula is the centre of sharpest vision. Symptoms of macular degeneration – such as persistent loss of visual acuity or distorted-looking lines – should be examined promptly (within a few days to weeks).
Indications & Therapy
We treat abnormal blood vessel growth (CNV) in wet AMD, myopia, and macular oedema (due to diabetes or vein occlusions) through local medication delivered into the vitreous cavity.
Note: There is currently unfortunately no effective drug therapy for dry AMD.
Medication Approaches
We use VEGF inhibitors as well as, for certain inflammatory conditions, implants tailored to individual needs. Which therapy and which check-up or treatment intervals are appropriate depends on the diagnosis, findings, and individual course. The recommendation is made following an ophthalmic examination.
Quality & Care
Under selective contracts arranged at this practice location by BDOC and the Augenverbund Berlin e.V. with many health insurers, intravitreal treatment is often combined with reimbursement of optical coherence tomography (OCT).
Eyelid Surgery
In addition to cataract and IVI treatments, we also perform a range of eyelid procedures in our own on-site operating theatre – from eyelid lifts to the removal of eyelid tumours, styes, or xanthelasma.
Note: Aesthetic eyelid surgery without a medical indication is a self-pay service.
Blepharoplasty (Droopy Eyelids)
The loosening and formation of so-called "hooded eyelids" is a common aesthetic problem of ageing. This creates an excess of skin on the upper eyelids, which can be cosmetically bothersome and can also lead to "heavy eyes," fatigue, and a restricted field of vision.
In cosmetic blepharoplasty, this excess skin is surgically removed. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis under local anaesthesia. The incision is made along the upper eyelid crease, so that no scar is usually visible afterwards. The wound is closed using a so-called "intracutaneous" suture technique, which leads to particularly good aesthetic results. Sutures are removed after 7–10 days.
Eyelid Tumours
Both benign and malignant tumours can develop on the eyelids and eyelid margins. These may be purely cosmetically bothersome or may become malignant. Surgical removal can therefore be performed for aesthetic reasons or may be medically indicated. If malignancy is suspected, a histological/pathological examination of the tissue is carried out after the procedure.
Chalazion / Stye
A stye (medically: hordeolum/chalazion) is a painful or already encapsulated inflammation of a gland in the eyelid. In the acute stage, surgery under local anaesthesia to remove the source of inflammation and relieve pressure is sensible and necessary. If the inflammation has persisted for some time, it can become "encapsulated," resulting in an uncomfortable foreign-body sensation. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis under local anaesthesia; a suture is not usually necessary.
Xanthelasma
A xanthelasma is a yellowish, sharply defined deposit of fat or fat-like substances (cholesterol) beneath the skin. Surgical removal can be performed for aesthetic reasons. The affected fatty deposit is removed and the skin is then closed with a suture. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis under local anaesthesia. Sutures are removed after 7–10 days.
