Nuclear Sclerotic Cataract (Video)

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In this video you can see what a typical cataract looks like under the microscope in real life. The centeral nucleus has turned brunescent (yellowish) such that this patient is suffering from decreased vision that is exacerbated by bright lights.

The lens is constructed with three components and has a configuration similar to a “peanut M&M candy.” There is an outer capsule (the hard candy shell), the middle cortex (the chocolate) and the central nuclues (the nut). Cataracts can form at any level, though typically they form in the central nucleus like you can see in this video.

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Amazing!! It’s nice to be able to see what my doctor may have seen in my eyes. This clears up alot for me. Comment by Roberta Callaway — June 28, 2008 @ 10:28 am Leave a comment Name (required) Mail (will not be published) (required) Website