What are the chances of getting a detached retina right after cataract surgery?

Uncommon: One out of many thousands, but can depend on the surgeon, pre-existing eye conditions, and complications with the cataract surgery.

Low: During cataract surgery the eye decompresses and this causes the vitreous jelly to create traction and pull on the retina. The jelly may then separate from the retina and tear a hole . This hole can lead to a detachment. It is uncommon but it can happen in a small % of cases.

Rare: The chances of having a retinal detachment surgery immediately postop are rare. If your surgery was complicated, you have a history of prior retinal detachment, or high near-sightedness, your risk is a little higher but it would still be very uncommon.