A growing number of patients from the UK, US, and Australia are electing to undergo lens replacement surgery abroad, encouraged mainly by the lower costs of treatment and affordable airfares. Medical tourism, particularly in the Czech Republic, has become popular not only because of price but also because the best hospitals and clinics offer world-class care to guarantee their patients’ health and safety.
Laser eye surgery and lens replacement can improve the eyesight of those with visual impairments including short or long sightedness as well as astigmatism. It’s a voluntary procedure and is one of the most sought-after medical tourism treatments. There are many benefits to having it done abroad.
Lower Costs
Perhaps the leading reason why many patients choose lens replacement surgery abroad is the fact that this procedure is significantly cheaper in countries like the Czech Republic.
In many cases, one can save over 30% on the cost of treatment even after factoring in added costs such as return flights, insurance, and accommodation.
High Quality Care
Refractive lens replacement in Prague can be done by board-certified, highly experienced surgeons using the best lens implants (Alcon and Zeiss). Natural lenses can be removed painlessly and replaced, thanks to new technologies. The best Prague clinics and hospitals offer monofocal, bifocal, and trifocal lens implants. The procedure is amazingly swift; one eye takes around 10 minutes and only local anaesthesia is used. Most patients need to stay only for four days in Prague, including recovery time.
Safety
In general, lens replacement surgery is a safe procedure. In fact, less than 2% of treatments worldwide experience complications, many of which are quickly and easily resolved with the right aftercare. Having your procedure done by a highly skilled and experienced surgeon can dramatically reduce risks of complications. The best facilities in Prague can readily provide necessary aftercare and is equipped with up-to-date facilities so you need not to worry.
Stress Free Experience
Another great thing about medical tourism in Prague is that it allows patients to skip long waiting lists. It’s usually possible to book a surgery within two weeks onwards (sometimes sooner). If you feel like going on a holiday, you can take a few more days off work to enjoy the city and nearby attractions. It’s the perfect time to relax and unplug so you can come home truly refreshed—and with better eyesight.
