What are the negative side effects of cataract surgery?
10 Cataract Surgery Side Effects, and How to Cope
- Blurry vision. It is very common to have blurry or unclear vision in the days and sometimes even weeks after cataract removal.
- Dry eye.
- Glare, halos and other unwanted images.
- Light sensitivity.
- Nausea or disorientation.
- Floaters or flashes of lights.
How long does it take for anesthesia to wear off after cataract surgery?
Recovery from Sedation The cataract operation takes only about 10 minutes — that’s the quick part. You get a local anesthetic to prevent discomfort. Right after the surgery, you’ll be resting in a recovery room for 30-60 minutes while the immediate effects of the anesthesia wear off.
What type of anesthesia is used during cataract surgery?
Most cataract surgeries are performed under a local anesthetic. This means that most patients are awake during their cataract surgery. This eliminates risks associated with general anesthesia (where you are “put to sleep”) and enables Our Doctors to communicate with you during your procedure.
What percentage of cataract surgeries have complications?
At a conservative estimate, at least 25% (or 1.5 million) of the six million cataract operations performed annually in developing countries will have poor outcomes. About one quarter of these poor outcomes are due to surgical complications.
Can your eyes get worse after cataract surgery?
No, your vision generally doesn’t deteriorate after cataract surgery unless other problems arise, such as macular degeneration or glaucoma.
What happens if you don’t wear sunglasses after cataract surgery?
Your eyes will be healing, and rubbing them could reopen the incision in your cornea. Also, it is best to avoid getting any germs in your eyes because they will be more prone to infection as they heal. Your doctor will prescribe you eye drops to help your eyes heal faster and reduce your urge to rub them.
Is cataract surgery done with local anesthesia?
Cataract surgery is performed almost exclusively as an outpatient procedure. It usually involves the administration of a local anesthetic in addition to systemic sedation administered by an anesthesiologist or nurse anesthetist.
Can cataract surgery be done without anesthesia?
Only in rare instances will general anesthesia be used during cataract surgery. The vast majority of patients will be conscious during the procedure.
Can you go for a walk after cataract surgery?
We recommend that you avoid any exercise for at least one week after cataract surgery. Any discomfort and tenderness from the surgery will settle within a few days and you can begin with some light to moderate exercise such as walking or stretching.