National Eye Institute

Make a visit to the:

National Eye Institute

and search cataract.

New Address

blogger address: l.huangster.lsh4b@gmail.com

WebMD

WebMD has some very helpful information regarding cataracts as well.

Here is one blog discussing cataract surgery. Should I have Cataract Surgery?

Here's another link to an article about Cholesterol and Cataracts.

An Alternative to In-Patient Cataract Surgery

"Evidence regarding patients preferences for day case cataract surgery versus in-patient admission was inconclusive." There is clearly an issue of safety versus cost-effectiveness in this article about this alternative form of treatment for cataracts, what do you think of the idea of sacrificing your health in order to save money? Do you really think this is the best alternative for patients suffering from cataracts in developing countries? Do you think that America should adopt this treatment?

Day care versus in-patient surgery for age-related cataract Article

Excellent Website

I would give this site an excellent rating, however, it hasn't been updated in a while. I suggest you go to it if you seek clear general information about cataracts.

Additional Information

Here is a link to my personal website that I created to provided extra information on cataracts: http://people.virginia.edu/~lsh4b/topic.html.

Cataract

Wikipedia is any amazing source for any additional information. Here is the direct link to wikipedia's page on cataracts: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cataract.

Disclaimer

This blog was created by a first year undergraduate in the College at the University of Virginia for the course: Be the Spider, Not the Fly (USEM 171). Since this blog is open to the public, the accuracy and truth of the comments posted cannot be guaranteed. Do not use this blog as a replacement for professional advice. Please seek professional help if you think you have a cataract.

Welcome

Hello everyone,

This blog should act as a discussion page for people who are interested in cataracts. It could be that you have a cataract, might be at risk, or just want to find more information about cataracts. Please feel free to post anything!