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Cataracts Onset Duration Statistics

The onset of cataracts typically occurs in individuals over the age of 40 and can develop gradually over several years before impacting vision.

Last Updated: June 23, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we will explore essential statistics related to cataracts, a prevalent eye condition affecting millions worldwide. From the high incidence rates to key risk factors and treatment trends, these statistics shed light on the impact of cataracts on individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Let’s delve into the data to gain a better understanding of this common eye disease and its implications for public health.

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"Cataracts are responsible for 51% of world blindness, which represents about 20 million people."

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"The general onset of cataracts starts at the age of 40."

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"Approximately 17% of Americans aged 40 years and older have cataract in one or both eyes."

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"Median duration of type 2 diabetes at cataract onset was observed to be 10 years."

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"Patients with the highest duration of untreated cataract (more than 3 years) were less likely to be independently mobile post-surgery."

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"The prevalence of cataracts is about 68.3% in women aged 70-74 years."

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"Each year, nearly 3 million Americans have cataract surgery."

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"Over 22 million people in the US over age 40 have cataracts."

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"Individuals with hypertension have a 20% higher risk of developing cataracts."

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"Cataracts often develop slowly and can affect one or both eyes."

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"Extensive exposure to sunlight and smoking increase the risk of cataracts."

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"By the age of 75, half of white Americans have cataracts."

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"50% of all adults will have cataracts by the time they reach 80 years old."

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"The three types of cataracts are subcapsular cataract, nuclear cataract, and cortical cataract."

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"Projections show that by the year 2050, the number of people in the U.S. with cataracts is expected to double from 24.4 million to about 50 million."

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"The global prevalence of cataract in adults aged 50 years and older is about 33.4%."

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"An estimated 1 in every 6 people over the age of 40 has a cataract in one or both eyes."

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"The risk of cataract increases with each decade of life starting around age 40."

Cataracts are a major contributor to global blindness, affecting millions of people worldwide. The onset of cataracts typically begins around the age of 40, with a significant percentage of individuals aged 40 and older already experiencing this condition. Factors such as diabetes and hypertension can further elevate the risk of cataract development. Timely treatment through cataract surgery is crucial, as extended periods of untreated cataracts can impact post-surgical mobility. Additionally, lifestyle choices like smoking and sunlight exposure play a role in cataract formation. With projections indicating a substantial increase in the number of individuals with cataracts in the coming decades, the importance of awareness and preventive measures cannot be overstated.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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