This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Ophthalmology
To avoid amblyopia, a congenital cataract should be ideally operated within the age of – 
Select and explain. 
A. 6 weeks, B. 6 months, C. 12 months, D. 24 months
A: 6 weeks
Answer: A: 6 weeks 
Explanation: The patient in question is a case of unilateral dense cataract and hence should be operated as early as possible.
From the options provided surgery at four weeks is the earliest and hence the best answer.