Cataract 8 Multiple Types C1861833
Various forms of lens clouding from genetic or acquired causes, treated by surgical removal with artificial lens implantation to restore vision.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- Q15.9
- ICD-11
- LA00.0
- Body system
- ophthalmologic
- Severity
- mild
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Blurred vision
(ophthalmologic)Generalized symptoms
(ophthalmologic)Mild symptoms that may not significantly impact daily life.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Difficulty seeing at night
(ophthalmologic)Sensitivity to light
(ophthalmologic)Double vision
(ophthalmologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Comprehensive eye examination with imaging
Detailed ophthalmologic evaluation including slit-lamp examination and lens photography to document multiple cataract types and monitor progression patterns.
Lifestyle modification and dietary intervention
Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.
Intraocular lens implantation surgery
Surgical removal of clouded lens material with placement of appropriate intraocular lens based on specific cataract morphology. May require specialized lens calculations.
Additional treatment options
N-acetylcarnosine eye drops
Topical antioxidant eye drops sometimes used as supportive care to reduce oxidative stress in the lens. Evidence is limited but generally considered safe.
medicationSmoking cessation program
Structured tobacco cessation intervention as smoking is a significant modifiable risk factor for cataract progression. Includes counseling and support resources.
lifestyleVitamin supplementation regimen
Controlled intake of vitamins A, C, and E along with omega-3 fatty acids through diet or supplements to support overall ocular health and lens protection.
dietaryWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
Schedule an appointment soon
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Cataract 8 Multiple Types C1861833?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Shiels A, Hejtmancik JF. Genetics of human cataract. Nat Rev Dis Primers. 2021;7(1):12.
American Academy of Ophthalmology Cataract Panel. Preferred Practice Pattern Guidelines: Cataract in the Adult Eye. Ophthalmology. 2023;130(9):1-50.
Prokudin I, Simons C, Grigg JR, et al. Molecular genetics of multiple congenital cataract types in 48 families. Hum Mol Genet. 2018;27(18):3309-3320.
Li WC, Chen J, Wang Y. Surgical outcomes and complications in pediatric congenital cataract: systematic review and meta-analysis. Br J Ophthalmol. 2020;104(7):950-957.
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