Objectives: To report a case of prenatally diagnosed fetal cataract and conduct a systematic review of previously reported cases. Methods: Review of the literature based mainly on Pubmed search using specific keywords in order to list cataract causes diagnosed prenatally and in early childhood, isolated or associated with microphthalmia. Results and Discussion: A differential diagnosis list and specific prenatal diagnosis testing are suggested in order to offer the best management of this rare fetal condition.
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