The effect of elective phacofragmentation on central corneal thickness in the dog.

Objective: To characterize the short- and intermediate-term effects of elective phacofragmentation on central corneal thickness (CCT) in the dog.

Methods: Forty-three dogs (66 eyes) undergoing elective phacofragmentation cataract surgery over an 8-month period at a single private ophthalmology referral clinic were enrolled in the study. Central corneal thickness was measured by ultrasonic pachymetry just prior to surgery, 1 day following surgery, 1 week postoperatively, 1 month postoperatively, and more than 2 months postoperatively.