Post-LASIK Cataract
Have you had LASIK or LASEK in the past?
Cataract surgery after vision correction —
what determines the outcome is precise analysis.
It used to be thought that cataract surgery was difficult after LASIK or LASEK, but with advances in diagnostic technology and surgical methods, safe surgery is fully possible today.
Shinsegae Eye Clinic establishes precise surgical plans tailored to each patient's eye condition, based on state-of-the-art equipment and rich clinical experience.
Can cataract surgery still be performed after LASIK or LASEK?
Yes, cataract surgery is possible even after LASIK, LASEK, or SMILE surgery.
Vision correction surgery targets the cornea on the eye's surface, while cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens inside the eye — they treat different parts.
Because the cornea has been reshaped, more precise diagnostics are required.
that refracts light to focus an image on the retina.
→ Area treated by vision correction surgery
focus like a camera lens — cataract occurs when it clouds.
→ Area treated by cataract surgery
Why is cataract surgery harder
after vision correction?
Reshaped cornea
LASIK/LASEK reshape the central cornea to correct vision. Standard cataract calculations applied to such a cornea can introduce error.
Errors in IOL power calculation
Changes in corneal shape after vision correction can affect IOL power calculation, making detailed analysis more important.
Unsatisfactory post-op vision
Without precise calculation, hyperopia or myopia can remain after surgery, forcing the patient back into glasses.
From diagnostics to surgery,
Shinsegae Eye Clinic's 5-step reassurance process
Personalised consultation
We review your lifestyle —
driving, work and hobbies —
to design the surgical approach
that fits you best
Ultra-precise in-depth diagnostics
The front and back curvature
of your reshaped cornea is
analysed in 3D to secure
the most accurate corneal data
Specialist cross-verification
We apply dedicated
post-vision-correction formulas,
not standard ones, to block
errors before they occur
Tailored laser surgery
With Catalys, a world-class
laser cataract platform,
the lens is implanted at the
precisely calculated position
Same-day recovery and lifelong care
Through regular precision check-ups and
1:1 dedicated care after surgery,
we help maintain the newly restored vision
for the long term
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q. Is cataract surgery possible after LASIK, LASEK, or SMILE surgery?Yes, it is.
Vision correction surgery treats the cornea, while cataract surgery replaces the lens inside the eye — they treat different parts.
However, because the cornea has been reshaped, precise IOL power calculation is more important.
Through diverse clinical experience and dedicated equipment, Shinsegae Eye Clinic delivers stable surgical outcomes. - Q. Do I need to bring my past vision correction surgery records?
- Q. Could my vision deteriorate again or will I need glasses after surgery?
- Q. How long is recovery?
Can I resume daily life right away?