Cataracts

PREVIEW

About half of the general population between the ages of 65 and 75 years has cataracts—and that number increases another 20% after age 75. While they are the most common treatable cause of vision loss in older adults, cataracts sometimes are unrecognized or are considered just another normal consequence of growing older. In this article, Drs Trudo and Stark explain the causes, symptoms, and differential diagnosis of cataracts and discuss treatment options that can improve independence and quality of life for many patients.