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  • Pediatric Medicine
  • Genetics

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  • Pediatric cataracts are a major cause of visual disability globally.
  • Early diagnosis and intervention are vital to prevent irreversible amblyopia and support neurodevelopment.
  • Thorough evaluation of cataract characteristics and general health is essential for timely surgical management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the etiology, evaluation, surgical techniques, and recent advancements in pediatric cataract management.
  • To highlight the importance of individualized care and teamwork in managing childhood cataracts.
  • To discuss the challenges and future directions in the field.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on pediatric cataracts.
  • Analysis of etiology, preoperative assessment (including biometry), and intraocular lens selection.
  • Discussion of surgical techniques and postoperative complications.

Main Results:

  • Pediatric cataracts have diverse etiologies, often idiopathic, necessitating genetic counseling for hereditary cases.
  • Surgical techniques and optical rehabilitation have improved outcomes.
  • Posterior capsule opacification and secondary glaucoma remain significant postoperative concerns requiring long-term monitoring.

Conclusions:

  • Successful management requires individualized care, experienced teamwork, and a comprehensive approach.
  • Further prospective studies are needed to understand refractive growth and emmetropization.
  • Advances in surgical methods offer improved functional and anatomical results for pediatric cataract patients.