1 Junior Resident, Department of Ophthalmology, Sri Siddhartha Medical College and Research Centre, Sri Siddhartha
Academy of Higher Education, Tumkur, Karnataka, India.
2 Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Sri Siddhartha Medical College and Research Centre, Sri Siddhartha Academy
of Higher Education, Tumkur, Karnataka, India.
3 Associate Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Sri Siddhartha Medical College and Research Centre, Sri Siddhartha
Academy of Higher Education, Tumkur, Karnataka, India.
4 Professor & Head of the Department, Department of Ophthalmology, Sri Siddhartha Medical College and Research Centre,
Sri Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education, Tumkur, Karnataka, India.
5 Assistant Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Sri Siddhartha Medical College and Research Centre, Sri Siddhartha
Academy of Higher Education, Tumkur, Karnataka, India.
International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2025, 16(03), 169–171
Article DOI: 10.30574/ijsra.2025.16.3.2522
Received on 22 July 2025; revised on 29 August 2025; accepted on 02 September 2025
Background: Cataracta pulverulenta is a rare autosomal dominant genetic condition characterized by fine granular opacities in the embryonic nucleus of the lens.
Objective: To present a case of bilateral cataracta pulverulenta in a 36-year-old female and discuss its clinical features, diagnosis, and management.
Case Presentation: A 36-year-old female presented with a 6-month history of gradual diminution of vision in both eyes. Visual acuity was counting fingers at 2 meters bilaterally. Slit-lamp examination revealed bilateral, fine granular opacities scattered throughout the lens, diagnostic of cataracta pulverulenta. Fundus examination and intraocular pressure were normal.
Conclusion: Cataracta pulverulenta, though rare, can be managed conservatively with regular monitoring and visual correction. Surgical intervention is indicated when the condition significantly affects daily functioning.
Cataracta pulverulenta; Autosomal dominant inheritance; Bilateral cataract; Lens opacities
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Dhaksha V. Murthy, Lokesha H. M, Niveditha R. K, Jayashree S. Shah and Sowmyashree R. Cataracta Pulverulenta: A descriptive single case report. International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2025, 16(03), 169–171. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/ijsra.2025.16.3.2522.
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