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Success! Pov from Cambodia raised $253 to fund cataract surgery so she can see clearly and go place on her own.

Pov
100%
  • $253 raised, $0 to go
$253
raised
$0
to go
Fully funded
Pov's treatment was fully funded on February 19, 2023.

Photo of Pov post-operation

March 9, 2023

Pov underwent cataract surgery so she can see clearly and go place on her own.

Pov’s surgery was successful and she will be able to see clearly again. When Pov first peeked through the eye patch, her vision had already improved. Her family is happy she can be more independent now that she can see better.

Pov said: “I am grateful to the staff and the donors who have made my life easier now that I can see better. I look forward to visiting my family frequently now that I am not afraid to walk outside by myself. Thank you for helping me see better so I can help care for my grandchildren and feel more useful to my family, even in my old age.”

Pov's surgery was successful and she will be able to see clearly again. When Pov first peeked through the eye patch, her vision had already ...

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September 29, 2022

Pov is a 66-year-old loving grandmother from Cambodia. She has two sons, five daughters, and twenty-two grandchildren. She retired from her work as a rice farmer and lives with her youngest daughter, who is a garment worker. In her free time, Pov enjoys listening to the monks pray on the radio, visiting the local pagoda, and cooking for her grandchildren.

A year ago, Pov developed a cataract in her left eye that causes her blurry vision. She cannot see well in low or bright light and is afraid to go outside by herself. She also has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking. As a result, she cannot go places independently.

When Pov learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), she traveled for an hour seeking treatment. On September 29th, 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 fund her procedure.

Pov shared, “I hope I can I go outside by myself and see faces well again. I want to help my daughter take care of my grandchildren.”

Pov is a 66-year-old loving grandmother from Cambodia. She has two sons, five daughters, and twenty-two grandchildren. She retired from her ...

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Pov's Timeline

  • September 29, 2022
    PROFILE SUBMITTED

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

  • September 29, 2022
    TREATMENT OCCURRED

    Pov 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

    Pov's profile was published to start raising funds.

  • February 19, 2023
    FULLY FUNDED

    Pov's treatment was fully funded.

  • March 9, 2023
    TREATMENT UPDATE

    Pov's treatment was successful. Read the update.

Funded by 4 donors

Funded by 4 donors

Treatment
Cataract - One Eye
  • Cost Breakdown
  • Diagnosis
  • Procedure
On average, it costs $253 for Pov'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.