Postoperative Management of Congenital Cataracts: Challenges and Strategies

Doi: 10.36351/pjo.v41i1.1976

Abstract

Congenital cataracts are a leading cause of childhood blindness worldwide, particularly affecting populations in developing countries where access to timely surgical interventions may be limited.1 Approximately 200,000 children globally suffer from visual impairment due to cataract each year, underscoring the urgent need for effective surgical and postoperative management strategies.2The prevalence of childhood cataract in low-income countries was reported to be between 0.42 and 2.05 per 10,000, compared to 0.63 to 13.6 per 10,000 in high-income countries.2The management of postoperative complications, such as myopic shift, inflammation, glaucoma, amblyopia, and infection, is critical for preserving vision in these young patients. However, long-term follow-up and family involvement also play a central role in ensuring the best possible visual outcomes.