They spent the first few hours dilating his pupils and getting him ready for the surgery.
Cataract surgery for dogs recovery time.
When a cataract interferes with the treatment of another eye problem cataract surgery may be recommended.
The surgery was performed around 11am and took about 2 hours.
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.
Cataracts can cause blurry vision and increase the glare from lights.
Waiting for an update on how it went was the worst part.
Don t be alarmed if your vision seems cloudy blurry or distorted after you first remove the eye shield.
If a cataract makes it difficult for you to carry out your normal activities your doctor may suggest cataract surgery.
What is a typical cataract surgery recovery time.
8 tips to minimize recovery time by marilyn haddrill.
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.
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.
Modern anesthetics mean most dogs are up and chirpy within 24 to 48 hours of their procedure.
We took him in first thing in the morning and had to leave him for the day.
Most owners who elect to have cataract surgery performed on their dogs are very satisfied with the results.
It s a common and safe procedure and.
How long is dog cataract surgery recovery time.
However it s vitally important that you provide good post operative care for your dog following his cataract surgery.