Rare cataract surgery risks
Bleeding in the eye: This cataract surgery risk is called suprachoroidal hemorrhage. It’s when blood builds up between the delicate layers of the eye during cataract surgery.
Luckily, this doesn’t happen often because of modern surgical methods. But when it does, it can usually be treated with medication. And sometimes, it goes away on its own.
Retinal detachment: The retina covers the back of your eye. The cataract surgery risk is that it can become separated from the tissue that lies under it, which can seriously hurt your vision.
The doctor will need to reattach your retina and repair any tears that may have occurred. Sadly, even after the retina is fixed, you may have long-term issues related to retinal damage.
Retained lens fragments: Even the most experienced eye surgeons sometimes have issues eradicating cataracts. A small piece of the original lens with cataracts might remain in the eye.
This cataract surgery risk can lead to increased pressure in the eye, inflammation, swelling of the retina and cornea, and even vision loss. You’ll need to be operated again if a fragment is accidentally left behind.
We hope this post on cataract surgery risks has been very informative. Be sure to let us know if we missed anything or if you have any further questions.
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