Cataract Surgery in Mumbai
Modern bladeless phacoemulsification with advanced intraocular lens options.
What is cataract surgery?
A cataract is the clouding of the eye's natural lens, causing blurred vision, glare and reduced colour perception. Modern phacoemulsification (phaco) cataract surgery is a 15-minute, stitchless procedure performed under numbing drops (most patients feel only mild pressure), in which the cloudy lens is replaced with a clear artificial intraocular lens (IOL).
With advanced IOL options, cataract surgery can also address refractive error — many patients are able to reduce their dependence on glasses, depending on the IOL chosen and their eye health.
Advanced IOL options
Monofocal IOL
Clear distance vision — glasses needed for reading.
Toric IOL
Corrects cataract + astigmatism in one step.
Multifocal IOL
Distance + near vision — may reduce dependence on reading glasses.
Trifocal IOL
Distance, intermediate and near vision — may reduce dependence on glasses.
EDOF IOL
Extended depth of focus — clear distance and intermediate vision.
Key benefits
- 15-minute, stitchless procedure under numbing drops
- Same-day discharge — return home in 2-3 hours
- Vision improves within 24 hours
- Advanced IOLs can reduce dependence on glasses
- Covered by most health insurance policies
Cataract Surgery — frequently asked questions
What is cataract surgery?+
Cataract surgery removes the cloudy natural lens of the eye and replaces it with a clear artificial intraocular lens (IOL). Modern phacoemulsification (phaco) and femto-cataract surgery in Mumbai are typically 15-minute, stitchless procedures performed under local anaesthesia (numbing drops — most patients feel only mild pressure) with same-day discharge.
Which IOL is right for cataract surgery?+
It depends on your lifestyle: Monofocal (clear distance, glasses for reading), Toric (corrects astigmatism), Multifocal/Trifocal (distance + intermediate + near, may reduce dependence on glasses), or EDOF (extended depth of focus for distance + screen work). Your surgeon recommends an IOL based on your eye scan, pupil size and visual goals.
How much does cataract surgery cost in Mumbai?+
Cataract surgery cost in Mumbai ranges from ₹25,000 per eye for a basic monofocal IOL to ₹1,50,000+ for advanced trifocal IOLs with femto-laser. Most procedures are covered by health insurance on a cashless basis at empanelled hospitals.
What is the recovery time after cataract surgery?+
Most patients see noticeably clearer within 24 hours and return to routine activities (reading, light work, walking) in 2–3 days. Final vision stabilises in 4–6 weeks. Avoid swimming and heavy lifting for 4 weeks.
Is cataract surgery painful?+
Modern cataract surgery is performed under topical anaesthesia (numbing drops) — most patients feel only mild pressure for 10–15 minutes during the procedure.
Is cataract surgery covered by insurance in India?+
Yes. Cataract surgery is covered by almost all Indian health insurance policies (Star, HDFC Ergo, ICICI Lombard, Niva Bupa, etc.) on a cashless basis at empanelled hospitals. Advanced IOLs may have a co-pay; we help you check before surgery.
Medically reviewed by the LasikInMumbai senior refractive surgery panel. Last updated: May 2026.
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