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Drop-free cataract surgery is safe, but the main concern is that the steroid treatment, used in both post cataract surgery eye drops and drop-free cataract surgery, are known to raise intraocular pressure in 5-10% of cases. The pressure rise can be significant, which can led to damage to the optic nerve, known as glaucoma.

The benefit of the eye drop is that it’s carried out over a number of weeks, meaning it can be quickly and easily stopped or altered, to reduce or stop the pressure increase, so damage is unlikely.

With the drop-free steroid injection, it’s not possible to stop the treatment because it’s been carried out in one go. The increase in pressure may happen six to eight weeks after surgery, which means patients may not start showing increased pressure until after they’ve seen their optometrist for their post-operation assessment.

The only way to treat the pressure increase and to avoid glaucoma and long-term damage to the eye, is by surgical excision of the area of the conjunctiva, with patients needing treatment for several months.

If drop-free is recommended to you, the procedure will be performed by our experienced surgeons who ensure that everything goes smoothly. Your safety and well-being are always the top priority.

Find out more about drop-free cataract surgery here: https://www.newmedica.co.uk/drop-free...

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