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title: Is cataract surgery suitable if you take aspirin?
description: "Most people can safely continue aspirin for cataract surgery, and stopping it is rarely necessary unless advised by your medical team. ## Why aspirin is often continued The visual benefits outweigh the small bleeding risk in typical cases. - Minor…"
url: "https://bluefinvision.com/knowledge-base/topics/suitability/is-cataract-surgery-suitable-if-you-take-aspirin/"
updated: "2025-12-24"
category: Suitability
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# Is cataract surgery suitable if you take aspirin?

Most people can safely continue aspirin for cataract surgery, and stopping it is rarely necessary unless advised by your medical team.

## Why aspirin is often continued

The visual benefits outweigh the small bleeding risk in typical cases.

- Minor increase in surface bruising but very low risk of serious ocular haemorrhage
- Stopping aspirin may raise the chance of heart attack or stroke in high‑risk patients
- Topical anaesthesia and small incisions further reduce bleeding issues
- Standard practice in many centres is to operate without stopping aspirin
- Clear instructions given if any exception applies to your situation

## Situations needing individual advice

Occasionally, plans are tailored.

- Use of dual antiplatelet therapy after recent stenting
- Planned combined procedures with higher bleeding risk
- History of serious bleeding complications
- Need for input from a cardiologist before altering therapy
- Detailed pre‑assessment to document current doses and indications