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Weigh risks, benefits of cataract surgery for your patients

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Doug Katsev, MD

Doug Katsev, MD, takes a look at two key factors for patients suffering from vision loss who are also considering undergoing cataract surgery, including the association with age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

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