Bilateral cataract extractions in one session. A report on 134 consecutive cases

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Surgical Innovation

Background:

• Cataract extraction is a common surgical procedure.
• Bilateral cataract cases present unique management considerations.

Purpose of the Study:

• To compare intra-operative and short-term postoperative complications between bilateral and unilateral cataract extractions.
• To evaluate the safety and feasibility of performing bilateral cataract surgery in a single session.

Main Methods:

• Analysis of 134 cases of bilateral cataract extractions.
• Comparison of complication rates with historical data from unilateral cataract extractions.

Main Results:

• The incidence of intra-operative complications in bilateral cases was assessed.
• Short-term postoperative complication rates, including endophthalmitis, were evaluated.
• A low incidence of bilateral postoperative endophthalmitis was observed.

Conclusions:

• Simultaneous bilateral cataract extraction is a viable option for patients.
• Performing bilateral cataract surgery in one session can be advantageous for socio-economic reasons.
• The risk of serious bilateral complications like endophthalmitis is minimal, supporting single-session procedures.