- female
- 65 Years
- 14/08/2025
What happens if the sphincter muscle in the eye gets cut or damaged during cataract surgery and how do doctors fix this issue
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If the sphincter muscle, responsible for pupillary constriction, is damaged during cataract surgery, the pupil may become dilated and may not react properly to light. Doctors can often fix this through surgical repair of the iris, which may include suturing the sphincter muscle and potentially repositioning or replacing the intraocular lens if it's also affected
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Consult a Ophthalmologist
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