NHS introduces cataract surgery without daily eye drops

The NHS is introducing cataract surgery that eliminates the need for post-operative eye drops. This change aims to reduce patient inconvenience and potential difficulties with medication. This new procedure involves injecting medication directly into the eye during surgery, replacing the typical regimen of up to 12 daily eye drops over several weeks. Optegra, a provider for the NHS, has announced its rollout following successful clinical trials. Cataract surgery, a common procedure for nearly 700,000 people annually in England, replaces cloudy lenses. The drop-free method is deemed as safe as traditional surgery, offering a simpler recovery for patients.