CATARACT SURGERY

This study tested a new way to seal the small cuts made in the eye during cataract surgery. The technique, called posterior flap hydration, uses a special cannula to add fluid to the back of the wound. Researchers checked how tight the seal was right after surgery and looked at t…

This study tested OpHLINE, a clear gel used during cataract surgery to keep the eye stable and protect delicate cells. Researchers followed 69 adults who had cataract surgery with the gel. The gel worked well in most cases, and serious complications were rare. The results support…

This study tested a numbing injection given around both eyes to see if it safely controls pain during cataract surgery. Fifty adults received the injection, and researchers measured their pain and satisfaction. The goal was to find a better way to keep patients comfortable during…

This study looked at whether a structured counseling session over the phone before cataract surgery could lower patients' anxiety and improve their recovery. 128 adults scheduled for cataract surgery took part. Half received the extra phone counseling, while the other half got st…

This study tested whether listening to music through headphones during cataract surgery could reduce anxiety and prevent high blood pressure. Over 300 patients took part, with some listening to music and others wearing silent headphones. The goal was to see if a simple, non-drug …

This study looked at whether telling patients they don't need to fast before cataract surgery could lower their anxiety. 126 adults having their first cataract surgery under topical anesthesia were surveyed. The goal was to see if a non-fasting recommendation could make the exper…

This study investigates whether using a lower, more natural eye pressure during cataract surgery reduces trauma to the cornea compared to traditional high-pressure methods. The Active Sentry device helps maintain stable pressure by sensing changes in the eye. Researchers will mea…

This study tested whether surgeons can safely use an Apple Vision Pro headset to view a microscope during cataract and other eye surgeries. 45 adults having elective eye surgery took part. The goal was to see if the headset is safe and comfortable for the surgeon, not to change h…

This pilot study tested whether giving a sedative pill (alprazolam) before cataract surgery works as well as IV sedation (midazolam) in adults 65 and older. Twenty participants were randomly assigned to one of the two approaches, and researchers measured how well their thinking a…

This study observed 5000 cataract surgery patients to see if using a special handpiece (Active Sentry) makes the procedure safer. The handpiece helps control pressure inside the eye during surgery, which may reduce the amount of energy needed and lower the risk of complications. …