Cataract Surgery
Removal of the clouded natural lens and replacement with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). One of the most common surgeries worldwide — over 20 million performed annually.
Cost comparison
87.5%
savings compared to US pricing
8.0× cheaper
Procedure details
Duration
15–30 minutes per eye
Hospital stay
Same-day discharge (outpatient)
Recovery
1–2 weeks for full vision stabilisation
When is this surgery needed?
- Blurred or cloudy vision
- Difficulty seeing at night
- Sensitivity to light and glare
- Fading or yellowing of colors
Why is it cheaper in India?
- ✓High surgical volume — Indian eye hospitals perform thousands per month
- ✓Lower surgeon and staff fees without compromising training standards
- ✓Subsidised IOL manufacturing in India (Aurolab, Appasamy)
- ✓Government-supported Aravind Eye Care model drives costs down
Quality & safety
India has some of the world's highest-volume cataract centres. Aravind Eye Hospital has performed over 7 million surgeries with outcomes matching US benchmarks. Many centres are JCI or NABH accredited.
Medical Disclaimer: All prices are approximate ranges based on publicly available hospital pricing (2024–2026). Actual costs vary by hospital, city, patient condition, and insurance coverage. Jivan is an informational platform and does not provide medical advice or arrange treatments. Always consult a qualified medical professional before making treatment decisions.