Kim Eng is an 80-year-old housewife from Cambodia. She is married and has three sons and six grandchildren. In her free time, she enjoys going to the pagoda and listening to monks pray on the radio.
About two years ago, Kim Eng developed cataracts in both eyes, which caused her blurred vision and burning. It became difficult for her to see things clearly, do any work, or go places on her own. She worried that she would go blind.
Thus, she visited our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), for treatment. Surgeons will perform a small incision cataract surgery (to remove the cataract) and an intraocular lens implant (to replace the natural lens with an artificial lens) in both eyes. The surgery is scheduled for April 19, and CSC is requesting $292 to fund the treatment. After the procedure, Kim Eng will be able to see clearly again.