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Cataract 24(CTAA2; CTRCT24)

MedGen UID:
371364
•Concept ID:
C1832609
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Disease or Syndrome
Synonyms: Anterior polar cataract 2; CATARACT 24, ANTERIOR POLAR
 
Monarch Initiative: MONDO:0011015
OMIM®: 601202

Definition

Anterior polar cataracts are small opacities on the anterior surface of the lens. They usually do not interfere with vision (Moross et al., 1984). The preferred title/symbol of this entry was formerly 'Cataract, Anterior Polar, 2; CTAA2.' [from OMIM]

Clinical features

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Amblyopia
MedGen UID:
8009
•Concept ID:
C0002418
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Disease or Syndrome
Reduced visual acuity that is uncorrectable by lenses in the absence of detectable anatomic defects in the eye or visual pathways.
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Anterior lenticonus
MedGen UID:
473077
•Concept ID:
C0344262
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Congenital Abnormality
A conical projection of the anterior surface of the lens, occurring as a developmental anomaly.
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Early-onset anterior polar cataract
MedGen UID:
340806
•Concept ID:
C1855179
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Congenital Abnormality
A polar cataract that affects the anterior pole of the lens.
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