Can you have cataract surgery with posterior vitreous detachment (PVD),and floaters ?

Thanks for sharing your question. Yes, it is common to have cataract surgery with a PVD. If the patient does not have one prior to surgery it is not uncommon to get one after the surgery. Good luck!

Dear Deedee59,Being very nearsighted (usually with an eyeglasses prescription of -6 Diopters or higher) and having a vitreous detachment do slightly increase your risk of a retinal tear or detachment after cataract surgery. It is important that you have a thorough dilated fundus exam before surgery, which is standard of care. You will likely notice the floaters even more immediately after cataract surgery since more light will be coming into the eye through the new, clear lens. These tend to get better with time. I hope this helps!

I would say the risk of retinal detachment is slightly lower because the vitreous is less attached to the retina.
Mr Samer HamadaMedical Director of Eye Clinic London and London Cataract CentreLondon, UK