Inside Your Health: Cataract surgery

Cataracts affect more than 20 million Americans ages 40 and older, and studies show that over half delay getting cataract surgery for more than a year after first recommended by their doctor.

So, when is it time to get cataract surgery and what are the risks of waiting too long?

KSTP medical expert Dr. Archelle Georgiou joined 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS to discuss the topic.