Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery

Cataract operation in which key incisions are performed by a precision femtosecond laser.

Written by: Saygı Hospital Health Guide Editorial Board

Published: February 1, 2026

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What is Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery?

Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery is a refinement of phacoemulsification in which a femtosecond laser, guided by anterior segment imaging, performs the corneal incisions, anterior capsulotomy and partial lens fragmentation.

By creating a centered and reproducible capsulotomy and pre-fragmenting the nucleus, it can reduce the ultrasound energy needed for cataract removal and is particularly attractive in dense cataracts and premium intraocular lens implantation.

Astigmatic keratotomy can be combined with the procedure to address pre-existing corneal astigmatism.

Symptoms

Progressive blurred vision

Glare especially at night

Reduced contrast sensitivity

Frequent change of glasses

Difficulty reading in dim light

Color desaturation

Halos around lights

Risk Factors

Dense or hard cataract

Coexisting endothelial disease

Plan for premium or toric intraocular lens

Significant corneal astigmatism

History of ocular trauma

Pseudoexfoliation syndrome

Patient preference for laser-assisted surgery

When to See a Doctor?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention promptly:

Sudden vision loss after surgery
Severe pain or photophobia
Increased redness and discharge
Sudden flashes or floaters
Persistent visual distortion
Suspected lens dislocation
Failure to improve as expected

Treatment Methods

Comprehensive ocular and biometric assessment

Imaging-guided femtosecond laser capsulotomy and fragmentation

Phacoemulsification of the softened lens

Implantation of monofocal, toric or multifocal intraocular lens

Optional astigmatic keratotomy

Standard postoperative anti-inflammatory regimen

Long-term refractive and macular follow-up

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