Cataract surgery in pets is an advanced procedure performed to restore vision when the eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy and interferes with sight.
Cataracts may develop due to genetics, diabetes, aging, or inflammation, and careful pre-surgical evaluation—including a complete eye exam, eye pressure testing, retinal assessment, and ocular ultrasound—helps determine if surgery is appropriate and if vision can be restored.
Surgical treatment is performed using phacoemulsification, where ultrasound technology gently breaks up and removes the cloudy lens. When appropriate, a customized artificial intraocular lens (IOL) is then placed inside the eye in the natural lens position to help restore clearer, more functional vision.
Utilizing top-of-the-line equipment such as the Alcon Centurion® Vision System and advanced surgical operating microscopes allows for precise, controlled surgery and optimized safety. With proper case selection, specialized expertise, and diligent postoperative care, many pets experience significant vision improvement and an enhanced quality of life.