Private cataract surgery Leicester
Improve blurred vision caused by cloudy areas on the lens of the eye.
At Spire Leicester Hospital, we use trusted and clinically proven techniques to improve blurred eyesight caused by cataracts and get you back to everyday life.
During cataract surgery, your consultant will remove the cloudy lens in your eye and insert a clear artificial lens.
Sometimes also called
- Phacoemulsification
At a glance
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Typical hospital stay
A few hours -
Procedure duration
1 hour -
Type of anaesthetic
Local -
Available to self-pay?
Yes -
Covered by health insurance?
Yes
Why Spire?
- Fast access to diagnostic tests and scans
- Internationally and nationally renowned consultants
- Transparent pricing
- Rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission
Cataract surgery: what to expect at Spire Leicester Hospital
At Spire Leicester Hospital, our team of ophthalmologists (eye specialists) can offer you cataract removal surgery and lens options that are appropriate for you and your needs.
We offer fast access to diagnostic tests and scans and easy booking with appointment times to suit you, so you don’t have to wait long to find out if treatment is right for you.
How much does Cataract removal surgery cost at Spire Leicester Hospital
There are many ways to pay and our inclusive prices and access to payment plans make it easy and more affordable, even if you don’t have medical insurance.
| Cataract surgery with eyesight correction | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial consultation | £170 | ||
| Treatment price | £2,981 | ||
| Aftercare | Included | ||
| From price | From £3,151 | ||
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Monthly treatment price (Loan applicable to the treatment cost and excludes the initial consultation) |
£148 | ||
| Representative example | |
|---|---|
| Loan amount | £2,481 |
| Deposit | £500 |
| Loan period | 18 months |
| Representative APR | 9.9% |
| Total amount repayable | £2,664 |
The price shown is the ‘from price’ (ie the minimum cost of the procedure). Please note that for some procedures the actual price you are quoted may vary significantly and can increase depending on your choice of Consultant (who is an independent practitioner and not an employee of Spire). The fees charged by Consultants and Anaesthetists are set independently and are outside the control of Spire. The price may also vary depending on the type of anaesthetic, implant or drug used, and your medical history.
Spire Leicester Hospital can provide you with a single, fixed price for your procedure so there are no surprises. Please read Spire Healthcare's terms and conditions for full details of what’s included and excluded in your fixed price when paying for yourself. Finance options are available through our partner Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd, 10 Norwich Street, London, EC4A 1BD.
Procedures offered for cataract surgery at Spire Leicester Hospital
At Spire Leicester Hospital, we offer a range of intraocular lenses. Your consultant will help you choose the best option for you. They include:
- Monofocal – corrects either short or long sight, with a choice of three focal points
- Toric – a monofocal lens that helps correct astigmatism (a problem with focusing)
- Multifocal – corrects both near and distance vision, like varifocal glasses
We also have special equipment to measure the shape and size of your eye using a variety of biometry and refractive techniques. This is so your consultant can calculate the lens power of your intraocular implant.
You may still need to wear glasses afterwards, depending on your eyesight and your choice of lens.
Find a consultant at Spire Leicester Hospital
Preparing for cataract surgery at Spire Leicester v
Getting here
We're located 7 miles from junction 21 of the M1 and easily accessible from the A47 and A6. We’re a 15 minute cab ride from Leicester railway station. We have free parking on-site for you and your visitors.
Your consultations
One of our experienced consultant ophthalmologists will be able to offer you an initial consultation within a few days of your enquiry.
All your consultations will take place in one of our 21 ground floor consulting rooms. During your consultations, we'll:
- Ask about your medical history
- Explain about the procedure, anaesthetic, the different types of IOLs available, and any potential cataract surgery complications and risks and how they may affect you
- Give you a chance to ask any questions you have about your treatment
Once you and your consultant have decided to go ahead with cataract surgery, an appointment will be made for you to have a number of tests carried out before your operation. The tests will include a sight test and biometry testing to calculate the power of the new intraocular lens (IOL) required.
Cataract removal surgery
Watch how cataract removal surgery takes place
Cataract surgery: your procedure
Most of our cataract surgery is undertaken using a local anaesthetic in which case you’ll only be here for a few hours, so you won’t need to bring too much with you.
On the day of your procedure, you’ll come into Spire Leicester Hospital and meet the team who'll be looking after you.
An hour before your surgery you’ll be given a series of drops to dilate your eye. When your eye has dilated, you’ll be taken to the theatre department and given a local anaesthetic.
When the anaesthetic has taken effect, your consultant will perform the operation.
Q & A
Roger McPherson, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
Talking about cataract surgery
Cataract surgery: your recovery
After your cataract surgery, you’ll be taken to a recovery room to relax until your surgeon says you’re ready to go home. This is usually a few hours after cataract surgery.
Although everybody’s different and you should always follow your consultant’s advice, here’s a typical recovery timeline for cataract surgery:
Treatment and recovery timeline
1 week
Any eye pain, redness or itching should go
7-14 days
Stop wearing eye shield at night
10-14 days
Clear eyesight restored
4-6 weeks
Fully back to normal
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1 week
Any eye pain, redness or itching should go
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7-14 days
Stop wearing eye shield at night
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10-14 days
Clear eyesight restored
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4-6 weeks
Fully back to normal
The treatment described on this page may be adapted to meet your individual needs, so it's important to follow your healthcare professional's advice and raise any questions that you may have with them.
How to get to us
As well as being close to the city centre, we're just seven miles from junction 21 of the M1 and easily accessible from the A47 and A6.
We're less than an hour's drive from Nottingham East Midlands and Birmingham International airports.
We're three miles (or a 15 minute cab ride) from Leicester railway station.
Spire Leicester Hospital,
Gartree Road
Oadby
Leicester
LE2 2FF
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Important information about COVID-19 tests
COVID-19 testing or antibody tests are not available as a standalone service at Spire Leicester Hospital.
Sources
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cataracts/ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cataract-surgery/recovery/
http://www.rnib.org.uk/eye-health/your-guide-cataracts/when-should-i-have-cataracts-surgery
http://www.rnib.org.uk/campaigning-current-campaigns/eye-health
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng77/chapter/recommendations#referral-for-cataract-surgery
https://www.rcophth.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/2010-SCI-069-Cataract-Surgery-Guidelines-2010-SEPTEMBER-2010-1.pdf
https://www.rnib.org.uk/eye-health-eye-conditions-z-eye-conditions/cataracts-laser-treatment-following-cataract-surgery