22/01/2026
Dr Seshasai Sudarshan, Consultant, Cataract & Comprehensive Ophthalmology Department, SNEC, shared with Tamil Murasu that apart from cataracts, age-related macular degeneration and other conditions can also cause irreversible vision loss if not treated early.
With nearly 80% of Singaporeans who are over 60s showing signs of cataracts, he stressed that cataract surgery remains one of the safest and most common procedures worldwide, benefiting around 28 million patients annually. Dr Seshasai explained that removing the cloudy natural lens and replacing it with an artificial one prevents cataracts from recurring, although posterior capsular opacity may develop and can be easily treated with a simple laser.
At SNEC, patients benefit from phacoemulsification and a wide range of monofocal, multifocal, and toric lenses for personalised care and faster recovery. Dr Seshasai also advised regular exercise, a diet rich in antioxidants, UV-protective sunglasses, and the 20-20-20 rule to help delay cataract formation.
