The surgery was performed around 11am and took about 2 hours.
Cataract surgery for dogs recovery time.
It can take some time for your visual system to adjust to the removal of the cataract and adapt to the intraocular lens used to replace your eye s natural lens.
Contributions and review by charles slonim md your cataract surgery recovery should be short and uneventful as long as you follow the post op instructions you receive from your surgeon and attend all recommended follow up visits with your eye doctor.
Don t be alarmed if your vision seems cloudy blurry or distorted after you first remove the eye shield.
However it s vitally important that you provide good post operative care for your dog following his cataract surgery.
The eye will be sore and tender for around 10 days which is also the length of time it takes to heal.
Waiting for an update on how it went was the worst part.
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They spent the first few hours dilating his pupils and getting him ready for the surgery.
Cataracts can cause blurry vision and increase the glare from lights.
Cataract surgery can be of immense benefit to most dogs who have lost their sight due to cataracts.
How long is dog cataract surgery recovery time.
Modern anesthetics mean most dogs are up and chirpy within 24 to 48 hours of their procedure.
Cataract surgery is performed to treat cataracts.
What is a typical cataract surgery recovery time.
When a cataract interferes with the treatment of another eye problem cataract surgery may be recommended.
It s a common and safe procedure and.
If your vision gets cloudy because you have a cataract your doctor may suggest surgery to remove the lens of your eye and replace it with an artificial one.