Early Onset Cataracts

Rare early cataract cases in type 1 diabetic children highlight importance of early intervention

Early cataract is a rare but significant complication in children and adolescents with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM), according to a study. Prompt stabilization of blood glucose levels through intensive insulin therapy, followed by timely cataract surgery, is essential to prevent long-term visual impairment. A retrospective study analyzed...