ABSTRACT
Cataract surgery is performed by phacoemulsification with a small incision and a sutureless wound. In general, it is a safe operation with a high rate of success, approximately 95%. However, there remains a small complication rate of approximately 2%. A prosthetic intraocular lens implant can also dislocate into the posterior segment, spontaneously, after minor trauma from predisposing conditions, such as pseudoexfoliation or high myopia, or because of complications from the cataract surgery. The priority in the management of the patient is to inject intravitreal antibiotics as soon as possible. Intravitreal antibiotics are injected and provide a high concentration of drug to treat the infection. An increased risk of retinal detachment is associated with a previous cataract extraction operation. Some patients may develop chronic uveitis after cataract extraction. Choroidal effusions are smooth elevations of the retina and choroid and have a deep green colour.
