Kulgam, Nov 01: In a significant stride, District Hospital (DH) Kulgam has successfully performed Phacoemulsification surgery – a cataract surgery on six patients on Wednesday.
Phacoemulsification surgery is a modern and advanced technique used for cataract removal. It involves the use of ultrasound energy to break up and emulsify the cloudy lens inside the eye, allowing for its removal through a small incision. This method typically results in faster recovery times and fewer complications compared to older cataract surgery techniques.
An official said that from the days of ECCE (Extracapsular Cataract Extraction) to the cutting-edge SICS (Small Incision Cataract Surgery) technique, where postoperative rehabilitation used to span two to three days, medical science has surpassed expectations. Surgeons are now required to keep pace with the latest technological advances.
“Six patients underwent Phacoemulsification with just a single topical drop of Propacaine 0.5%. No post-operative pad, bandage, or local injection was needed. Patients gained immediate vision post-surgery. This pioneering technique is a first for any District hospital in J&K,” he said.
Dr. Gulzar Ahmad, Medical Superintendent (MS) of DH Kulgam, has expressed his heartfelt gratitude towards the dynamic leadership and concerted efforts of key figures instrumental in making this breakthrough possible.
“The special commendations and congratulations go to Dr. Dilawar Ahmad, the Consultant Ophthalmologist, and his team for their extraordinary surgical interventions,” he said.
He commended the Administrative Secretary of Health and Medical Education Department, Bhupinder Kumar; District Development Commissioner, Kulgam, Dr. Bilal Mohideen Bhat; Director of Health Services Kashmir, Dr. Mushtaq Ahmad Rather; Mission Director of NHM, and Chief Medical Officer, Kulgam for their constant support.
He further added that with this revolutionary approach, cataract surgery has transformed into an outpatient procedure, requiring just a short two-hour stay in the hospital.
