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  • Clinical Research
  • Public Health

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  • Cataract surgery is a common procedure with potential complications.
  • Persistent anterior uveitis (PAU) following surgery can impact visual outcomes.
  • Identifying risk factors is crucial for preventing and managing PAU.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the incidence of persistent anterior uveitis (PAU) after cataract surgery.
  • To identify risk factors associated with the development of PAU.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective cohort study of 3341 patients undergoing cataract surgery.
  • Exclusion of patients with prior uveitis, complex ocular pathology, or surgical complications.
  • Definition of PAU as anterior chamber cell grade ≥0.5+ and steroid treatment >2 months; comparison of patient groups using univariate and multivariate analysis.

Main Results:

  • The incidence of PAU was 1.1% (45/5419 eyes).
  • Younger age, Black race, and wet age-related macular degeneration were significantly associated with higher PAU likelihood.
  • Older age was associated with a lower likelihood of PAU.

Conclusions:

  • Persistent anterior uveitis occurs in 1.1% of eyes post-cataract surgery.
  • Younger age, Black race, and wet age-related macular degeneration are significant risk factors for PAU.
  • Further investigation into these risk factors is recommended for improved prophylaxis, identification, and management of PAU.