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title: Is YAG capsulotomy suitable if vision is blurry?
description: "YAG capsulotomy can be suitable for blurry vision after cataract surgery if the blur is mainly due to posterior capsule opacification. ## When blur points to PCO Capsule haze has a characteristic pattern. - Gradual, foggy blur rather than sudden…"
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updated: "2025-12-24"
category: Suitability
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# Is YAG capsulotomy suitable if vision is blurry?

YAG capsulotomy can be suitable for blurry vision after cataract surgery if the blur is mainly due to posterior capsule opacification.

## When blur points to PCO

Capsule haze has a characteristic pattern.

- Gradual, foggy blur rather than sudden distortion or dark patches
- Vision worse in bright light or when looking at oncoming headlights
- Optometrist or ophthalmologist seeing a cloudy capsule behind the lens
- Vision improving temporarily with pupil dilation or brightening during testing
- Little change in refraction, suggesting the lens power is still appropriate

## When other causes must be excluded

Blur can arise from many conditions.

- Check for dry eye, new refractive error, or corneal problems
- Macular and retinal examination to rule out disease at the back of the eye
- Assessment for glaucoma or optic‑nerve issues
- Only proceeding to YAG once PCO is clearly the main contributor
- Explanation that further tests may follow if blur persists after YAG