Onion peel appearance cataract is seen in which of the following types?
Posterior polar cataract Caused by persistence of the hyaloids aery. Strong adherence of the opacity to the weak posterior capsule Can be stationary as well as progressive type 1) Stationary-well circumscribed circular opacity localized on the central posterior capsule. Concentric thickened rings around the central plaque opaciy are seen (Bull's eye. onion peel appearance). 2) Progressive type-whitish opacification in the posterior coex (radiating rider opacity). Feather and scalloped appearance is seen. (Ref: researchgate.net)
Posterior subcapsular cataract
Anterior subcapsular cataract
Posterior polar cataract
Anterior polar cataract
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