{"id":2578,"date":"2026-03-23T10:34:01","date_gmt":"2026-03-23T10:34:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drivoferreira.com\/phaco\/"},"modified":"2026-03-24T11:24:49","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T11:24:49","slug":"cataract-surgery","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.drivoferreira.com\/en\/cataract-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"Cataract Surgery"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"ivo-topbar\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Announcement\">\n  <div class=\"ivo-topbar__inner\">\n    <div class=\"ivo-topbar__text\">\n      We are now seeing patients at our new clinic facilities.\n      <a class=\"ivo-topbar__link\" href=\"\/contactar\/\">Book an appointment \u2192<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    <button class=\"ivo-topbar__close\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Close announcement\">\u00d7<\/button>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<script>\n  (function () {\n    var STORAGE_KEY = 'ivo_topbar_closed_v1';\n    var bar = document.querySelector('.ivo-topbar');\n    var btn = 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style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;font-size:22px\">Remove the cataract and restore visual clarity<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center padding-0-on-mobile is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-right:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-left:0;flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure data-spectra-id=\"spectra-mmf4s277-9q4f8c\" class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full is-resized has-custom-border\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"615\" height=\"357\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drivoferreira.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ivo-quirofano.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2053\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drivoferreira.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ivo-quirofano.webp 615w, https:\/\/www.drivoferreira.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ivo-quirofano-300x174.webp 300w\" 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intraocular lens, restoring visual quality.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-background is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-0db542e5 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f7fbfc;padding-top:80px;padding-right:40px;padding-bottom:80px;padding-left:40px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center serif has-text-color has-x-large-font-size\" style=\"color:#1a3c4d;margin-bottom:12px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:-0.02em\">Cataract surgery plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-ast-global-color-3-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"margin-bottom:50px\">A structured process, designed for your peace of mind and the best results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group shadow-card has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:12px;background-color:#ffffff;margin-bottom:20px;padding-top:32px;padding-right:32px;padding-bottom:32px;padding-left:32px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#c5f362;margin-bottom:8px;font-size:44px;font-weight:700;line-height:1\">01<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a3c4d;margin-bottom:8px;font-size:20px;font-weight:600\">Comprehensive evaluation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-1-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.7\">We perform a thorough assessment of your eye health using state-of-the-art technology. This includes precise biometric measurements of the eye, corneal topography, retinal evaluation, and a detailed analysis of your visual needs to determine the most suitable treatment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group shadow-card has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:12px;background-color:#ffffff;margin-bottom:20px;padding-top:32px;padding-right:32px;padding-bottom:32px;padding-left:32px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#c5f362;margin-bottom:8px;font-size:44px;font-weight:700;line-height:1\">02<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a3c4d;margin-bottom:8px;font-size:20px;font-weight:600\">Personalised plan<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-3-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.7\">Based on the results of your evaluation, Dr. Ferreira designs a tailored surgical plan. Together, we select the most suitable intraocular lens according to your lifestyle, daily activities, and visual expectations\u2014whether for distance vision, near vision, or both.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group shadow-card has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:12px;background-color:#ffffff;margin-bottom:20px;padding-top:32px;padding-right:32px;padding-bottom:32px;padding-left:32px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#c5f362;margin-bottom:8px;font-size:44px;font-weight:700;line-height:1\">03<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a3c4d;margin-bottom:8px;font-size:20px;font-weight:600\">Outpatient surgery<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-3-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.7\">The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis, under topical anaesthesia, in a controlled, maximum-security environment. The surgery takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes per eye. Most patients notice a significant improvement in vision within the first few hours and can resume their normal activities within a few days.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group shadow-card has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:12px;background-color:#ffffff;margin-bottom:0px;padding-top:32px;padding-right:32px;padding-bottom:32px;padding-left:32px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#c5f362;margin-bottom:8px;font-size:44px;font-weight:700;line-height:1\">04<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a3c4d;margin-bottom:8px;font-size:20px;font-weight:600\">Structured follow-up<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-3-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.7\">After surgery, we schedule regular check-ups to monitor your progress and ensure visual stability. Dr. Ferreira personally oversees every stage of your recovery, ensuring that the results are optimal and long-lasting.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8020005b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:70px;padding-right:50px;padding-bottom:90px;padding-left:50px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center serif has-x-large-font-size\" style=\"margin-bottom:30px\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is cataract surgery painful?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">No. It is performed under local anaesthesia and the procedure is generally well tolerated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long is the recovery?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Visual improvement usually begins within a few days, although full stabilisation may take a few weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What type of intraocular lens is best?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">It depends on each patient. 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