Cataracts Through Time: Unveiling Ancient Origins Cataracts, those cloudy patches in the eye lens that have plagued humanity for centuries, have an intriguing history rooted in ancient civilizations. The term itself, "cataract," derives from the Latin word "cataracta," meaning waterfall, likely inspired by the resemblance of the condition to the frothy appearance of rapidly flowing water. The earliest documented case…
María RomeroJanuary 16, 2024