Visual and surgical outcomes of traumatic cataract surgery in India

TL;DR

This study examines the visual and surgical outcomes of traumatic cataract surgery in India, finding that most patients significantly improved their vision post-surgery.

Contribution

The study provides empirical evidence on the effectiveness of traumatic cataract surgery in a specific Indian region.

Findings

88.7% of patients achieved 6/18 vision or better 60 days post-surgery.

Cystoid macular edema was the most frequent complication observed.

Abstract

Traumatic cataract is a major cause of visual impairment, particularly in regions with high rates of ocular trauma. Therefore, it is
of interest to evaluate visual and surgical outcomes following phacoemulsification in 62 patients with traumatic cataract at a tertiary
center in Jharkhand. Most patients presented with poor preoperative vision and blunt trauma was more common than penetrating injuries.
At 60 days postoperatively, 88.7% achieved 6/18 vision or better, with cystoid macular edema being the most frequent complication. Traumatic
cataract surgery significantly improves visual outcomes, supporting early intervention and proper surgical technique for optimal
results.