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Br J Ophthalmol 85:822-829 doi:10.1136/bjo.85.7.822
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Extracapsular cataract extraction compared with small incision surgery by phacoemulsification: a randomised trial

Table 8

Average costs and outcomes for the two procedures

Treatment group Cost Successful outcome (VA 6/9 or better) proportion
6 weeks 6 months 12 months postop
Phako £332.89 0.36
ECCE £335.07 0.15
With additional input of spectacles (corrected vision):
Phako £359.89 0.92 0.91
ECCE £367.57 0.86 0.86

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