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This report details a rare case of anisocoria (unequal pupil size) after cataract surgery. The patient developed a tonic pupil, highlighting a potentially underrecognized complication.

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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Surgical Complications

Background:

Cataract surgery is a common procedure with a low complication rate.
Anisocoria, or unequal pupil size, can occur postoperatively.
This case investigates a rare cause of anisocoria following uneventful cataract surgery.

Observation:

A 69-year-old female presented with anisocoria in her left eye after uncomplicated cataract surgery.
No intraoperative complications, such as iris prolapse or the use of pupil expansion devices, were noted.
Pharmacological testing confirmed a tonic and mechanical left pupil.

Findings:

This is the first reported case of a tonic pupil developing after cataract surgery.
The anisocoria was attributed to a combination of parasympathetic dysfunction and mechanical trauma.
The tonic pupil likely resulted from damage to the oculomotor nerve or iris sphincter.

Implications:

Clinicians should consider tonic and mechanical pupils in the differential diagnosis of postoperative anisocoria.
This finding expands the known spectrum of potential complications following cataract surgery.
Early recognition and diagnosis of tonic pupils are crucial for appropriate patient management.