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Cataract surgery significantly reduces intraocular pressure (IOP), especially in patients with higher initial IOP. This IOP reduction was observed six months post-surgery, with notable decreases in glaucomatous patients.

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  • Cataract surgery is a common procedure with potential effects on intraocular pressure (IOP).
  • Understanding post-operative IOP changes is crucial for managing ocular health, particularly in patients with glaucoma.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the reduction in intraocular pressure (IOP) six months after cataract surgery.
  • To assess the correlation between initial IOP and post-operative IOP reduction.

Main Methods:

  • Intraocular pressure (IOP) was measured using an applanation tonometer before and six months after cataract surgery.
  • A cohort of 147 eyes underwent cataract surgery, with IOP re-evaluation performed using the same method.

Main Results:

  • A statistically significant decrease in IOP was observed in 83.67% of operated eyes (123 out of 147).
  • Mean preoperative IOP was 15.61±4.5 mmHg, decreasing to 12.57±3.5 mmHg post-surgery, a 20% reduction (P<0.001).
  • Patients with glaucoma showed a greater IOP reduction of 37.39% (from 23.16±5.68 mmHg to 14.5±2.7 mmHg).

Conclusions:

  • Cataract surgery leads to a moderate but significant IOP decrease, proportional to the initial IOP.
  • This IOP-lowering effect is beneficial, especially for individuals with elevated IOP and glaucoma.
  • The IOP reduction was achieved with both phacoemulsification and Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery, highlighting its applicability in diverse surgical settings.