Spontaneous rupture of the lens capsule in hypermature cataract: presentations and outcomes

Spontaneous lens capsule rupture can occur in hypermature senile cataract (HMSC) and result in anterior or posterior dislocation of the nucleus or spontaneous resorption with or without an accompanying inflammatory reaction of varying severity. An acceptable visual outcome can be obtained, except in the presence of associated glaucoma or corneal decompensation.