Procedure in Azerbaijan
Cataract surgery in Baku
Phacoemulsification with a lens implant, usually one eye at a time, with a short stay in Baku.
Typical figures. The exact plan is confirmed by the treating doctor after the medical review.
Cataract surgery in Baku is usually planned as a short trip. Licensed eye clinics most often use phacoemulsification, in which the clouded natural lens is broken up with ultrasound through a very small incision and replaced with an artificial intraocular lens. The operation is usually done under local anaesthesia with eye drops, and patients typically return to their hotel on the same day.
As a rule, one eye is operated on at a time, and the second eye, if needed, a few days or weeks later. MedAzerbaijan is a coordinator, not a medical institution. Before you travel, an ophthalmologist at a partner clinic reviews your reports and you receive a written estimate. The treating surgeon confirms the plan and the type of lens after measurements in Baku.
Who it may suit
- People whose cataract makes reading, driving or daily tasks difficult
- Patients whose ophthalmologist has recommended removal of the cataract
- People troubled by glare or blurred vision in bright light caused by a clouded lens
- Patients with diabetes or other chronic conditions, after a review of their medical reports
- Patients who have had laser vision correction in the past, after detailed measurements
How the procedure is organised
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Review of your eye reports
You send recent ophthalmology reports and test results. An eye surgeon at a partner clinic gives a preliminary opinion on whether cataract surgery is advisable.
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Written estimate and travel planning
You receive a written estimate before you book anything. We help with the visa if needed, book accommodation near the clinic and arrange the airport transfer.
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Examination and lens measurements
In Baku the surgeon examines the eye and takes precise measurements to calculate the power of the artificial lens. The available lens options are discussed with you.
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Surgery day
Phacoemulsification is done under local anaesthesia and usually takes less than half an hour. After a short rest in the clinic, you are taken back to the hotel.
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Check-up the next day
The surgeon checks the eye, explains how to use the drops and decides when the second eye can be treated, if this is needed.
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Flying home and follow-up
Once the doctor agrees, you fly home with a written report in Russian or English. We stay in touch and help you arrange further check-ups with your local ophthalmologist.
What the cost depends on
The cost of cataract surgery in Baku depends mainly on the type of artificial lens, whether one or both eyes are treated and the examinations needed before surgery. Accommodation and transfers also affect the total. After an ophthalmologist reviews your reports, you receive a written estimate before travelling, so you know in advance what is included.
- The type of artificial lens, such as monofocal, toric or multifocal
- Whether one or both eyes are treated
- Examinations and measurements before surgery
- Follow-up visits and eye drops after surgery
- Accommodation, transfers and interpreter services
Recovery and the trip home
- Vision often improves within a few days, although full healing of the eye usually takes several weeks.
- Eye drops are used for several weeks as prescribed, and the eye should not be rubbed or pressed.
- Swimming, heavy lifting and dusty places are usually avoided for a few weeks, and new glasses, if needed, are prescribed once the eye has settled.
- Flying home is usually possible after the check-up a day or a few days after surgery, when the doctor confirms that the eye is healing well.
Included in our coordination
- Personal coordinator
- Medical review
- Interpreter at the clinic
- Visa and invitation
- Airport and clinic transfers
- Accommodation
- Support for companions
- Follow-up at home
Documents for the medical review
Send whatever you already have. If something is missing, the doctor will tell you what else is needed.
- A recent ophthalmology report with the diagnosis
- Results of eye tests, such as visual acuity, eye pressure and lens measurements, if available
- Information about previous eye surgery, including laser vision correction
- A list of regular medicines, especially blood thinners and medicines for the prostate
- Information about diabetes, high blood pressure or other chronic conditions
- A copy of your passport for travel planning
Frequently asked questions
How much does cataract surgery cost in Baku?
The cost depends on the type of lens, whether one or both eyes are treated and the tests you need. After an ophthalmologist reviews your reports, you receive a written estimate before deciding to travel. The final plan is confirmed after the examination in the clinic.
Are both eyes operated on at the same time?
Usually one eye is treated at a time. The second eye is often operated on a few days or weeks later, once the first eye has been checked. The surgeon decides the timing, and some patients prefer to make two separate trips.
How many days do I need to stay in Azerbaijan?
For one eye, 3 to 5 days is usually enough for the examination, the surgery and the check-up the next day. If both eyes are planned during one visit, the stay is longer. We suggest dates after the doctor has reviewed your case.
When can I fly home after cataract surgery?
Usually after the follow-up check, once the surgeon confirms that the eye is healing well. This is often within a few days of the operation. Keep your eye drops in your hand luggage so that you can follow the schedule during the journey.
Is cataract surgery painful?
The operation is usually done under local anaesthesia with eye drops, so patients generally feel light pressure rather than pain. Mild discomfort or a feeling of sand in the eye may last a day or two. The doctor explains what to expect and how to relieve it.
Send your reports and receive a treatment plan
Tell us about your condition. A coordinator will reply in your language, and the specialist will review your documents.