Muralidhar Parri, Mansi Dinesh Devalla
Traumatic cataract is a common sequela of ocular injury in children and remains a significant cause of visual impairment worldwide. It is estimated that approximately 1.6 million individuals lose vision annually due to traumatic cataract. Early recognition and timely surgical management are essential to prevent amblyopia and long-term disability.We present the case of a 13-year-old boy who developed a cataract in his right eye following blunt trauma sustained while playing badminton. On examination, the patient exhibited reduced visual acuity and lens opacity consistent with traumatic cataract. He subsequently underwent small incision cataract surgery with Intraocular Lens (IOL) implantation. The procedure was uneventful, and the IOL was placed securely in the capsular bag.During postoperative follow-up, the patient developed posterior capsular opacification, a frequent complication in paediatric cataract surgery. This was successfully managed with Neodymium:Yttrium–Aluminum–Garnet (Nd: YAG) laser capsulotomy, restoring a clear visual axis. Following intervention, his visual acuity improved to 6/6, and no further complications were noted during three months of follow-up.This case underscores the importance of prompt surgical intervention in paediatric traumatic cataract, careful selection and placement of IOLs, and vigilant postoperative monitoring. Despite the challenges posed by posterior capsular opacification, excellent visual outcomes can be achieved with comprehensive management. Early treatment not only restores vision but ;also prevents amblyopia, thereby safeguarding long-term ocular health and quality of life in affected children.