Effect of Cataract Extraction with Intraocular Lens Implant on Contrast Sensitivity, Colour Vision and Photostress Recovery Time

A cataract is a cloudy area in the lens of the eye that can lead to a reduction in vision and visual functions. This study was a clinical study aimed at determining the effect of cataract extraction with intraocular lens (IOL) implant on contrast sensitivity, color vision and photostress recovery time. A total of 70 patients who visited Ajeromi General Hospital, Lagos, Nigeria were used for the study. Contrast sensitivity was assessed using the Pelli-Robson contrast sensitivity chart. The colour vision of the subjects was assessed using Ishihara Pseudochromatic colour vision chart and the photostress recovery time was assessed using a bright ophthalmoscope light. Results showed that the mean contrast sensitivity of the subjects before cataract extraction with IOL implant was 1.04±0.08. After cataract extraction, the mean was 2.19±0.07. The mean colour vision test value before cataract extraction with IOL implant was 14.41±0.53. After cataract extraction, the mean was 16.00±0.00. The mean Photostress Recovery Time before cataract extraction with IOL implant was 55.77±1.81 seconds. After cataract extraction, the mean was 29.11±0.83 seconds. SPSS data analysis with the Paired sample T-Test at 0.05 level of significance showed a significant improvement (P