Snowflake cataracts represent a unique and visually striking form of cataract. While cataracts are generally characterized by the clouding of the lens in the eye, snowflake cataracts stand out due to their distinctive appearance and the specific conditions under which they form.
To better understand the phenomenon of snowflake cataracts, the post explores the anatomy and physiology of the eye, the pathophysiology of cataracts in general, and the unique features, causes, diagnosis, and treatments of snowflake cataracts.