| Cataract in second eye that with a high level of probability will cause the patient to request operation |
111 (50.2%) |
| Expected refraction problems (anisometropia) as a consequence of unilateral surgery |
37 (16.7%) |
| Concurrent eye disease (eg, AMD, glaucomatous optic damage, occlusion of retinal vessels) |
43 (19.4%) |
| General condition (eg, balance problems) |
20 (9.0%) |
| Problems in pursuing occupation |
8 (3.6%) |
| Other aspects of social situation (eg, living conditions, dependence on car driving) |
36 (16.3%) |
| Fear of operation |
2 (0.9%) |
| Preoperative finding of bilateral cataract only recorded reason |
35 (15.8%) |
