Cataract surgery in Australia: a profile of patient‐centred outcomes

Background: Few studies have addressed quality of life or satisfaction outcomes for patients undergoing cataract surgery, particularly in Australia. The purpose of this study was to describe a sample of patients undergoing cataract surgery in typical metropolitan practices in Sydney, with a particular focus on the impact upon quality of life and satisfaction with vision.

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