YAG laser capsulotomy in Sheffield costs about £550 per eye (around £700 for both eyes) as a private, one-off outpatient laser treatment. It clears posterior capsule opacification — the cloudy membrane that can form behind a lens implant after cataract surgery — and most patients see clearly again within a day or two.
How much is YAG laser capsulotomy in Sheffield?
Private YAG laser capsulotomy in Sheffield is typically £550 for one eye and around £700 for both, as a single all-inclusive price covering the consultant assessment, the laser treatment and a follow-up check. It is a painless, ~10-minute outpatient procedure with no incisions, stitches or sedation.
What is YAG laser capsulotomy?
YAG laser capsulotomy treats posterior capsule opacification (PCO), sometimes called a “secondary cataract” — a cloudy thickening of the lens capsule that can develop months or years after cataract surgery, causing blurred or hazy vision and glare. The laser makes a small opening in the cloudy capsule to restore clear vision. It is a one-off treatment and the cloudiness does not return.
NHS vs private YAG in Sheffield
YAG laser is available on the NHS, but capacity is limited and you may wait weeks to months for assessment and treatment. NHS eye care in Sheffield is provided by the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, part of Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Going private means assessment and laser usually within days, at a time that suits you, without a GP referral.
Cloudy vision after cataract surgery in Sheffield? Book a quick private YAG laser assessment.
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You do not need a GP referral. You can self-refer for a private assessment, and if YAG laser is suitable it can often be carried out promptly. Tell us your location and we’ll arrange consultant-led care and a clear price.