Bilateral cataract surgery in a Japanese macaque (Macaca fuscata): A case report

A 7.5-year-old intact male Japanese macaque was presented for evaluation of vision loss. After a complete ophthalmic examination, the patient was diagnosed with hypermature cataract in both eyes. After the cataract surgery, it was able to locate food and walk in a straight line.

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A 7.5-year-old male Japanese macaque with intact eyes underwent evaluation for vision loss and was diagnosed with hypermature cataract in both eyes. Following cataract surgery, the patient was able to find food and walk in a straight line.