Congenital cataract

Alternative names:

cataract - congenital

Treatment:

The treatment involves surgical cataract removal followed by placement of an intraocular lens (IOL).

Expectations (prognosis):

Cataract surgery with IOL placement is routine and normally has excellent results.

Complications:

Complications depend on the cause of the congenital cataracts. Please see the individual diseases.

Calling your health care provider:

Call for an appointment with your baby's health care provider if you notice that the pupil (the normally dark part in the center of the eye) of one or both eyes appears white or cloudy.