YAG capsulotomy is often suitable when posterior capsule opacification is making night driving difficult.
Night‑time issues linked to PCO
Capsule haze is particularly troublesome in low light.
- Halos, fog, or haze around headlights and reflective signs
- Struggling more on dark, wet, or unfamiliar roads
- Vision that was previously adequate at night after cataract surgery
- Confirmed capsule thickening on examination
- Limited improvement from glasses or anti‑glare coatings alone
Planning around driving
Short‑term adjustments may be needed.
- Avoiding night driving immediately before and after the laser until vision is checked
- Resuming with short, familiar routes in good conditions first
- Reporting any new floaters, flashes, or curtain‑like shadows promptly
- Using headlights and windscreens optimally to minimise scatter
- Considering additional glasses tweaks if minor issues remain
