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| Indian Film Maker Allu Aravind addressing the media in MaxiVision Eye Hospital while Dr. Kasu Prasad Reddy is also seen in the picture |
Hyderabad, February 28, 2018 (Team Online News India): Hyderabad-based MaxiVision Super Specialty Eye Hospital announced the launch of World’s best and advanced laser system “Catalys femto second laser device” in its Somajiguda branch of Hyderabad today. Catalys device has been designed in such a way that it can complete the cataract surgery in few minutes in a safe and secures way as it is totally a robotic procedure with 3D imaging technology, while Cataract surgery in generally takes around an hour to complete the process. Dr. Kasu Prasad Reddy, Founder of MaxiVision Eye Hospitals presided over the function and Tollywood Film maker Allu Aravind unveiled the device and commissioned the facility to the citizens of Hyderabad. Surjit Lamba, Associate Director, sales South Asia - J & J Vision Surgicals was also present in the programme. For the benefit of the needy patients Maxivision will run a special inaugural price scheme for the treatment throughout the month of March.
Speaking on the occasion Dr. Kasu Prasad Reddy said, "The catalys precision laser system is indicated for use in patients undergoing cataract surgery to remove crystalline lens. Its intended use in cataract surgery include anterior capsulotomy, Fragmentation and the creation of single plane and multi place arc cuts / incisions in the cornea. Each of which may be performed individually or consecutively during the same procedure. With speedy recovery most normal activities, except for strenuous activities, will not be restricted post cataract surgery. And patient sight may continue to improve for several days or weeks after surgery."
Maxivision was the first ever eye care provider to introduce Femtosecon cataract procedure called victus in this region followed by successful completion of 3900 eyes operated with this technology. Now Maxivision has Catalys which is an advanced robotic cataract surgical technology from AMO, and Johnson and Johnson. Maxivision brought this technology to A.P and Telangana in 2017 and have performed 350 eyes so far and have produced excellent visual quality to all the patients. This is one of the best technology to combat hard and matured cataract and very precise and painless procedure.
Speaking on the occasion Mr. Sudheer, COO, said, "Maxivision has always been a fore runner in researching and bringing most advanced technology in eye care, available in the world, to India. Introducing Femto Cataract, Victus, which was co-invented by Dr. Kasu Prasad Reddy, stands testimony to this. Our focus is to give the best visual outcome with the best technology advances happening in the world. Catalys is the latest investment of 3 Crore, in our Cataract Care services, which is one of the best technology available in the world, with robotic technology. This technology is one amongst very few available in India, and our doctors have performed over 300 eyes on this in our centre before dedicating this to the society."