Is prism lens eliminated with cataract surgery?

Yes, during cataract surgery, the cloudy natural lens of the eye is removed and replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). This new lens can be designed to correct various vision issues, including refractive errors that may have required prism lenses. Therefore, if prism correction was needed for conditions like strabismus or other alignment issues, it might be eliminated or reduced depending on the type of IOL used and the individual’s vision needs. However, some patients may still require prism lenses post-surgery, depending on their specific circumstances.