What is it?
Inflammation after surgery makes tiny vessels leak fluid into the macula, which swells into small cysts on OCT.
Diabetics and people with uveitis or complicated surgery are at higher risk.
Symptoms
- Blurred or wavy central vision 4 to 12 weeks after cataract surgery
- Vision that was good, then worsened
Risk factors and causes
- Recent cataract surgery
- Diabetes
- Uveitis
- Complicated surgery
Book a retina check within 1 to 2 weeks.
Call +91 98306 66650How it is diagnosed
- OCT scan
- FFA occasionally
Treatment options
Anti-inflammatory drops
Steroid and NSAID drops for several weeks.
Steroid injection or Ozurdex
For swelling that persists.
CME after cataract surgery cost in Kolkata
OCT costs ₹1,000 with us. Steroid injections typically cost ₹3,000–7,000 and Ozurdex ₹30,000–45,000 in Kolkata.
| Treatment / test | Our price | Typical Kolkata range |
|---|---|---|
| OCT scan (retina / macula)per scan | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 |
| Triamcinolone (steroid) injectionper injection | Written estimate | ₹3,000 – ₹7,000 |
| Dexamethasone implant (Ozurdex)per implant | Written estimate | ₹30,000 – ₹45,000 |
Our prices are the hospital's published prices. Kolkata ranges are indicative 2026 ranges across private eye hospitals in the city. Your final cost depends on the eye, the medicine, and the gas, oil or lens used, and is given to you in writing before any procedure.
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Frequently asked questions
Will vision come back?
Yes in most patients, over weeks to a few months.
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Written by the retina team at Spectra Eye Hospital. Last updated 22 October 2026. This page explains common situations and is not a substitute for an eye examination.