My mom needs cataract surgery and the surgeon explained the lens options really well but was vague about the actual technique he just mentioned MICS and said to leave it to him. Is MICS safe for her and how exactly is it done? I'm a bit worried since he didn't share more details

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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ophthal opinion is advised to the pt.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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