If you have thinning of the retina should you have cataract surgery?
JAN 23, 2015
Answer:
I'm not sure why you have thinning of the retina, but this answer should apply to any retinal problem in this situation. If you have functional loss of vision, your ophthalmologist will determine if that is due to cataract or other problem (such as a retinal problem). Some patients have a significant cataract but also have a retinal problem contributing to visual loss. The surgeon needs to decide how much of the visual loss is due to the cataract and what is the likely benefit of surgery. Even if there is significant retinal or other disease of the eye, it often makes sense to remove the cataract even if one would still be limited by the other eye problem. The important thing is to have reasonable expectations. Talk with your ophthalmologist about your vision needs and expectations and ask any questions you may have.