Dry Eye After Cataract Surgery

Scientific Reports study compares dry eye effects of phacoemulsification and MSICS

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Dry eye disease is a common cause of dissatisfaction after cataract surgery, affecting vision quality and recovery.
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A study compared manual small incision cataract surgery and phacoemulsification, assessing dry eye symptoms and tear biomarkers.
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Both surgical techniques led to acute deterioration in ocular surface health, with symptoms improving but not fully recovering by Day 60.
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MSICS resulted in significantly lower tear film stability compared to phacoemulsification, indicating more sustained instability.
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The study highlights the importance of monitoring dry eye symptoms post-surgery using simple assessment tools in routine care.

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