Cataract surgery is a common procedure to remove a cloudy lens from the eye, known as a cataract. This cloudiness can cause blurry vision, making it difficult to see clearly. During the surgery, the surgeon makes a small incision in the eye and removes the cloudy lens, replacing it with an artificial lens called an intraocular lens. The procedure is typically performed on an outpatient basis, meaning patients can go home the same day. Most people experience improved vision shortly after the surgery, although full recovery may take a few weeks. Eye drops are often prescribed to aid healing and prevent infection.