In this episode of the Podcast, Dr. Durval Valença Filho unpacks everything you need to know about cataracts—what they are, how common they can be, and the risk factors that speed them up. He walks listeners through the key diagnostic tests (biometry, specular microscopy, macular OCT, and dilated retinal mapping), shows how to slow cataract progression, and explains today’s surgical options, including femtosecond-laser assistance and the latest intraocular lenses. A concise, practical guide for anyone who wants to protect—and sharpen—their eyesight.