A Study to Evaluate the Visual Outcomes and Complications of Surgical Management in Traumatic Cataract Cases

Authors

  • Dr Sudhanshu Shekhar Assistant Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Himalaya Medical College and Hospital, Chiksi, Paliganj, Patna.
  • Dr Vandana Parasar Assistant Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Himalaya Medical College and Hospital, Chiksi, Paliganj, Patna.
  • Dr Gyan Bhaskar Professor and unit head, Department of Ophthalmology (RIO), Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna.

Keywords:

Traumatic cataract, Visual outcome, Phacoemulsification, Primary intraocular lens implantation, Ocular trauma

Abstract

Purpose: To evaluate the visual outcomes and complications of surgical management in traumatic cataract cases at a tertiary care hospital.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 66 patients with traumatic cataracts who underwent surgery. Preoperative assessment, surgical technique, postoperative visual acuity (VA), and complications were analyzed.

Results: Mean age was 32.5 ± 14.2 years, with 78.8% males. Postoperatively, 62.1% achieved VA ≥6/18, while 12.1% had VA <6/60. Posterior capsule rupture (28.8%) and zonular weakness (18.2%) were common intraoperative challenges. Posterior capsular opacification (15.2%) and glaucoma (9.1%) were notable postoperative complications.

Conclusion: Timely surgical intervention in traumatic cataracts yields good visual outcomes, though associated ocular injuries and complications impact prognosis. Individualized management is crucial for optimal results.

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Published

2025-05-03

How to Cite

Dr Sudhanshu Shekhar, Dr Vandana Parasar, & Dr Gyan Bhaskar. (2025). A Study to Evaluate the Visual Outcomes and Complications of Surgical Management in Traumatic Cataract Cases . International Journal of Pharmacy Research & Technology (IJPRT), 15(1), 585–590. Retrieved from https://www.ijprt.org/index.php/pub/article/view/436

Issue

Vol. 15 No. 1 (2025)

Section

Research Article

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