Which lens is suitable if I have astigmatism?
Where astigmatism is present and significant, a toric lens is usually the option considered, since it corrects the corneal shape as well as replacing the clouded lens.
- Subject
- Eye conditions
- Topic
- Cataract
- Kind of question
- Which option…
- Procedures
- Cataract surgery
- Last reviewed
- 22 September 2026
In more detail
Whether it is worth it depends on how much astigmatism you have and how much it bothers you. Measuring it properly beforehand is part of the assessment.
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- Condition Astigmatism
- Procedure Cataract surgery
- Procedure Refractive lens exchange (RLE)
- Condition Cataract
- Place Cataract surgery in Dubai
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- Cataracts in adults: management (NG77)
Clinical guidance on when cataract surgery is indicated, what should be discussed before it, and what follow-up is expected.
Used for When cataract surgery is considered appropriate rather than cosmetic timing; What patients should be told before cataract surgery.
Link checked 23 September 2026