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Success! Man from Cambodia raised $253 to fund cataract surgery so she can see clearly.

Man
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  • $253 raised, $0 to go
$253
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$0
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Fully funded
Man's treatment was fully funded on February 16, 2023.

Photo of Man post-operation

March 1, 2023

Man underwent cataract surgery so she can see clearly.

After Man’s successful eye surgery, she was able to return to her province and her family. Her vision has improved, and she can recognize the faces of her family and venture outside in the sun. Her life will improve because she will be able to do the things she enjoys again, like walking her grandchild to school and cooking for her family.

Man shared: “I feel very happy that my eye can see well again so I can take care of myself and not worry about my eye anymore. I want to find a job to help bring money to my family. Thank you for paying for my care so I can do more for my family.”

After Man's successful eye surgery, she was able to return to her province and her family. Her vision has improved, and she can recognize th...

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September 28, 2022

Man is a 41-year-old woman with one daughter, one son, and an adorable grandchild. Man’s husband works as a laborer and, since her vision declined, Man stays home to care for her grandchild.

Two years ago, Man developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. Consequently, she has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so she cannot go places on her own.

When Man learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), she traveled for four and a half hours seeking treatment. On September 28th, doctors will perform cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. CSC is requesting $253 to help fund this procedure.

Man shared, “After surgery, I hope my eye will feel comfortable enough that I can help my daughter care for her child and go outside by myself.”

Man is a 41-year-old woman with one daughter, one son, and an adorable grandchild. Man's husband works as a laborer and, since her vision de...

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Man's Timeline

  • September 28, 2022
    PROFILE SUBMITTED

    Man was submitted by Sieng Heng at Children's Surgical Centre.

  • September 28, 2022
    TREATMENT OCCURRED

    Man received treatment at Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre in Cambodia. Medical partners often provide care to patients accepted by Watsi before those patients are fully funded, operating under the guarantee that the cost of care will be paid for by donors.

  • September 30, 2022
    PROFILE PUBLISHED

    Man's profile was published to start raising funds.

  • February 16, 2023
    FULLY FUNDED

    Man's treatment was fully funded.

  • March 1, 2023
    TREATMENT UPDATE

    Man's treatment was successful. Read the update.

Funded by 5 donors

Funded by 5 donors

Treatment
Cataract - One Eye
  • Cost Breakdown
  • Diagnosis
  • Procedure
On average, it costs $253 for Man's treatment
Hospital Fees
$36
Medical Staff
$174
Medication
$0
Supplies
$43
  • Symptoms
  • Impact on patient's life
  • Cultural or regional significance

​What kinds of symptoms do patients experience before receiving treatment?

Patients with cataracts experience decreased vision, discomfort, and irritation. Cataracts occur when the lens inside the eye becomes cloudy, causing functional blindness. These changes in the lens commonly occur with increasing age and therefore affect elderly people. Cataracts can also be congenital or traumatic.

​What is the impact on patients’ lives of living with these conditions?

The decreased vision from cataracts can cause functional blindness. This makes it difficult for the patient to conduct daily activities. Patients often need a family member to help guide and care for them. If the patient is elderly, this often affects a young child in the family. When a grandmother needs help getting around, a young child is often assigned to help with her daily tasks. That child cannot go to school.

What cultural or regional factors affect the treatment of these conditions?

In many countries in the developing world, surgical services are inadequate. Cataracts remain the leading cause of blindness globally. Even where surgical services are available, barriers to surgery remain, including cost, shortage of human resources, poor infrastructure, and limited awareness about access to available services.

  • Process
  • Impact on patient's life
  • Risks and side-effects
  • Accessibility
  • Alternatives

What does the treatment process look like?

Cataract surgery is the most common surgery performed worldwide. Surgeons remove the cloudy lens and place a clear lens implant in its place.

What is the impact of this treatment on the patient’s life?

A patient's vision can improve to 20/20 within one day after the surgery.

What potential side effects or risks come with this treatment?

Cataract surgery is highly effective and carries a low risk.

How accessible is treatment in the area? What is the typical journey like for a patient to receive care?

Cataract surgery is available in most areas of Cambodia. However, free surgery is not as widely available.

What are the alternatives to this treatment?

Some debilitating effects of cataracts can be improved with glasses. When the cataract becomes mature, however, the only definitive treatment is surgical.

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100% of your donation funds life-changing surgery.

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100% of your donation funds life-changing surgery.