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A typical case of bilateral cataract with corneal arcus senilis

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Cataract is a common problem in tropical areas and countries like India. In cataract, there is opacity in the lens, causing progressive diminishing in vision and troubling day-to-day life. Cataract is the leading cause of blindness worldwide. The minor surgery, known as extraction, is beneficial. Here is a case of mature bilateral cataract. A 75-year-old woman came to the outpatient department of Mahatma Gandhi Ayurved College Hospital and Research Centre, Salod (H), Wardha, Maharashtra, India. She had blurred vision, which was diminishing day by day. The cataracts were mature enough that they could be seen with the naked eye without the assistance of a torch. Along with this finding, there were senile rings surrounding both corneas, which is known as corneal arcus senilis. The patient was referred to an ophthalmologist for further procedure.

Source: Pan African Medical Journal

DOI: 10.11604/pamj.2025.52.93.49281

Authors: Amol Madhav Deshpande, Mayuri Amol Deshpande

Institutions: Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Mahatma Gandhi Ayurved College Hospital and Research Centre

Language: English

Topic: Intraocular Surgery and Lenses

Subfield: Ophthalmology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $180