Cataract Glasses

Object numberED.CS.2025.37
TitleCataract Glasses
CreatorEdward Marcus Ltd. (Manufacturer)
DescriptionPair of Marcus Aphakia cataract glasses, c.1960-1970, made in London. Aphakia is the absence of the lens of the eye, due to surgical removal, such as in cataract surgery, a perforating wound or ulcer, or congenital anomaly. It causes a loss of accommodation, far sightedness (hyperopia), and a deep anterior chamber. Complications include detachment of the vitreous or retina, and glaucoma. Contained in original box. EYE. 1991. 132
Production placeLondon
Production periodTwentieth century, mid
Object nameglasses
Object categoryOPHTHALMOLOGY
Dimensions
- Box Height: 3.5 cm
Width: 15 cm
Depth: 5.5 cm