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  • Pediatrics
  • Endocrinology

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  • Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) is a prevalent condition in children.
  • Ophthalmologic complications, including cataracts, can occur in pediatric patients with T1DM, even shortly after diagnosis.

Observation:

  • A 13-year-old girl with new-onset T1DM presented with acute bilateral blurry vision.
  • The blurry vision was diagnosed as cataract formation, a rare but significant complication.

Findings:

  • Cataract formation can be an initial presenting sign of T1DM in the pediatric population.
  • Pediatric patients with very high hemoglobin A1c or blood glucose levels are at increased risk.

Implications:

  • Emergency physicians must be aware of the potential for cataracts in pediatric T1DM patients.
  • Timely ophthalmologic evaluation is crucial for diagnosis and treatment of vision-threatening complications.
  • Early recognition can prevent vision loss and facilitate diabetes management.