Prevalence Of Senile Cataract In A Rural Population In Pondicherry

Abstract

A survey of Senile Cataract was carried out in a rural population of Pondicherry. Three villages, having a total population of 5430 were randomly selected.1728 persons in these villages above the age of 30 years were examined for the presence of Senile Cataract. A prevalence rate of 27.7% was observed. The prevalence rate was significantly higher as age increased. Males and females were equally affected. Operable cases were 20% of the total cases.