The Association between Cataract Surgery and Cognitive Dysfunction in Cataract Patients - A Population-Based FollowUp in Taiwan

Senile cataract and cognitive dysfunction (senile dementia, cognitive impairment and Alzheimer disease) are commonly coexisting. Some ophthalmologists believe that cataract surgery not only can restore health to a patient's eyes, but also can improve the degenerative state of mind. Since their relationship is not fully understood, this study aims to prospectively investigate the association between cataract surgery and long-term incidence of cognitive dysfunction among older people with senile cataract.