Age-related maculopathy and cataract surgery outcomes: visual acuity and health-related quality of life

To assess visual acuity (VA) and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) outcomes in patients with and without age-related maculopathy (ARM) after cataract surgery. Patients aged 60+ years who had undergone cataract surgery at the Westmead Hospital during 2001–2003 were re-examined 1–3 years after surgery. Tests included VA and assessment of visual- and HRQoL using standardised questionnaires (VF-14, SF-12). Preoperative comorbidity data were...