Abstract::Cataract remains one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide. Studies have shown that its onset
is predominantly age-related, particularly affecting the elderly. According to the latest report by the World
Health Organization (WHO), more than fifty percent of global blindness cases are attributed to cataracts
alone. If timely and appropriate measures are not implemented, this percentage is projected to double in the
coming decades. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop alternative approaches to manage cataracts
more effectively, beyond the current reliance on surgical intervention. In recent years, researchers have been
actively exploring simpler, non-surgical treatment options that could potentially dissolve cataracts in their early
stages. The successful development of such therapies would mark a significant breakthrough and offer immense
benefits to humanity. This article highlights the evolution of surgical techniques used in cataract management,
from traditional practices to modern innovations, while also discussing emerging non-invasive strategies
such as lanosterol-based pharmacotherapy, nanomedicine-driven drug delivery systems, and regenerative
approaches like stem cell therapy. These advances signal a promising future for safer, more accessible,
and more effective cataract care.