Cataracts Pathophysiology and Managements
Journal Title: The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine - Year 2018, Vol 70, Issue 1
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Background: Cataract is defined as the loss of lens transparency because of opacification of the lens. Age-related cataract is the most prevalent type in adults, with the onset between age 45 to 50 years, while in children hereditary and metabolic causes are most common.
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