Abhishek Agarwal
Assistant Professor Dept. of Ophthalmology IQ city Medical College and Hospital, IQ city Road, Sovapur, Jemua, Durgapur- 713206, West Bengal
Abstract
This clinical study evaluates functional recovery in patients undergoing phacoemulsification cataract surgery with foldable intraocular lens (IOL) implants. Phacoemulsification has become the standard procedure for cataract removal due to its minimally invasive nature and rapid recovery. However, the degree of functional recovery can vary among patients, influenced by factors such as age, pre-existing ocular conditions, and the type of IOL used.
In this study, we enrolled 120 patients scheduled for cataract surgery. Functional recovery was assessed using visual acuity (VA), contrast sensitivity (CS), and patient-reported outcomes (PROs) at baseline and at 1, 3, and 6 months postoperatively. A comparative analysis was also performed based on demographic factors and preoperative visual status.
Results indicated that at 6 months, the mean best-corrected visual acuity improved significantly from 0.5 logMAR preoperatively to 0.1 logMAR postoperatively (p < 0.001). Additionally, contrast sensitivity scores also improved, demonstrating the effectiveness of foldable IOLs in enhancing functional vision. Patient-reported outcomes reflected high satisfaction levels with the surgical procedure.
This study underscores the effectiveness of phacoemulsification with foldable IOL implants in promoting functional recovery in cataract patients, advocating for this approach as a primary treatment modality.
Keywords: phacoemulsification, foldable intraocular lens, functional recovery, visual acuity, patient-reported outcomes.