Faculty Comments - Vision Change Case 4 - Answer 9:


Question 9: How common/serious are cataracts?

Answer:


Age-related cataracts occur in about 50% of those 65-74, and in about 70% of those older than 75. It is the most common cause of decreased vision in the US (that's not correctable with glasses).

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