VISUAL OUTCOME IN CONGENITAL RUBELLA CATARACT MANAGED IN A TERTIARY EYE CARE CENTRE

Abstract

Chitra S1, Latha Hariharan2

BACKGROUND
The aim of the study is to analyse the visual outcome in congenital rubella cataract.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
It is an analytical prospective study.
RESULTS
Defective vision and white reflex were the most common presenting complaint. Most of the patients were positive for IgG only in high titres. Comparing the visual acuity preoperatively and postoperatively, there was statistically significant improvement in vision.
CONCLUSION
Children with congenital rubella cataract should be operated as early as possible under topical antibiotics coverage. Postoperative should be properly treated with intensive cycloplegics and topical steroids. Proper follow up and visual rehabilitation should be done

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