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KEY POINTS 1. Cataracts are inherited or sporadic; congenital or acquired; isolated or in a syndrome. 2. Size, density, and location of lens opacity influence its visual significance. 3. Timing of cataract surgery is important; earlier detection and surgery have…

Developmental Anomalies of the Cornea and Iris in Neonates

KEY POINTS 1. Causes of primary neonatal corneal opacification include congenital hereditary endothelial dystrophy (CHED), posterior polymorphous corneal dystrophy, congenital hereditary stromal dystrophy (CHED), and corneal dermoid. Secondary causes include trauma (e.g., forceps), infection, metabolic disorders, and congenital glaucoma. Corneal…

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Developmental Anomalies of the Cornea and Iris in Neonates