This usually starts by the eye getting suddenly red and the vision going blurry a few days after the operation. Effective and rapid treatment can often save the vision by injecting antibiotics into the eye. In Surgicare's last 3000 patients this has happened in 3 patients. That means that in our hands your risk of a severe infection is 1 in 1000. If you do get this complication you will probably not lose your vision permanently but some of it may not return.
Cataract surgery can affect the retina in very rare cases.
Although these risks may seem frightening it is important to remember that not having the cataract removed can be risky. Driving on the road or walking on uneven ground with a cataract can be more dangerous than the operation itself. If you have astigmatism you may be able to have this treated with a new operation. Only severe cases can be treated at this time. If you think that you may want to consider this you may discuss this with the doctor at the clinic.