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Which is the best way to correct congenital cataracts?
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Surgery: As early as possible to remove the cataracts.
Answered 1/3/2014
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Depends: Not all cataracts require surgery. If best vision is worse than 20/40 or glare is significantly affecting VA, most surgeons prefer to do surgery sooner but depends on pt's sx, pt's risk factors, pt's preferences; also, though no guarantees with any surgery, many patients are less dependent on glasses & even glasses free after surgery which helps many in decision process: eyedoc2020.blogspot.com
Answered 11/30/2014
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