Which is a classification of cataracts?

a. Congenital
b. Intermediate
c. Opaque
d. Full thickness


ANS: A
A cataract is an opacification of the crystalline lens, its capsule, or both. Cataracts may be classified as congenital, senile or primary, or secondary, resulting from local or systemic disease or eye injury. All three classifications are used to determine cataract type.

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