Onsight Surgery

Immediate Post-Operative Care

It is imperative that patients follow these instructions to ensure a quick and healthy recovery and minimise risk of complications. View the Catatact post-operative instructions here and the Vitero Retinal post-operative instructions here as well as the recovery procedures for both procedures here.

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Cataract Post-Operative Instructions

What to Expect After Surgery

You may experience a 'scratchy sensation. Don't be alarmed: this sensation is coming from the slightly swollen wound edge. It will improve in 2-3 days.
There may be some discomfort, but you should NOT require any medication stronger than Paracetamol or Panadeine. If you need stronger pain relief, please contact your surgeon on the number provided below.

The Wound Dressing and Post Operative Medication

• Please leave the dressing intact until the day after surgery when you start the eye drops.

‍Eyedrops

After the dressing is removed, you will use ONE drop from EACH bottle FOUR times a day. FIVE minutes apart-any order.
Please shake each bottle and wash your hands before use. Each bottle should last 4 weeks.
You will be given a prescription before you are discharged. Please get it completed and signed by the doctor at discharge.
Use the drops, day after surgery, until it finishes.

An example of times:

CHLORSIG (Antibiotic) 2 Weeks: 8:00 am, 12:00 pm , 4:00 pm, 8:00 pm
PREDNEFRIN FORTE (anti-inflamatory) 4 Weeks: 8:05 am, 12:05 pm, 4:05 pm, 8:05 pm

‍Tablets

You have been given 3 diamox tablets to take home.
Please take ONE at night with dinner. ONE tomorrow with breakfast and ONE at night with dinner.
These tablets help reduce the pressure in your eye. They also cause excess urination. Please drink plenty of water for the first 24 hours after surgery.

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Vitreo-Retinal Surgery Post Operative Instructions

You may notice blurred vision and a black line in the vision. It will go away after 1-2 weeks depending on the gas.
Remember that as your eye heals, your vision may fluctuate. This may occur over the first 2-6 weeks, if gas or oil has been placed in the eye, then your vision is expected to be poor until the gas clears or the oil is removed.
Mild pain can be relieved by taking pain killers such as paracetamol.
Following the operation, you should rest and take it easy. You can carry out normal day-to-day

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The Wound Dressing and Post Operative Medication

• Please leave the dressing intact until we see you the day after surgery.

‍Tablets

You have been given two Diamox tablets to take home.
Please take ONE at night with dinner and ONE tomorrow with breakfast.
These tablets help reduce the pressure in your eye. They also cause excess urination. Please drink plenty of water for the first 24 hours after surgery.

Eyedrops

If you are given a prescription, please get it filled.
After the dressing is removed, you will use ONE drop from EACH bottle FOUR times a day, FIVE minutes apart in any order.
Please shake each bottle and wash your hands before use. Each bottle should last four weeks.

‍An example of times:

CHLORSIG (Antibiotic) for 2 Weeks: 8:00 am, 12:00 pm , 4:00 pm, 8:00 pm
PREDNEFRIN FORTE (anti-inflamatory) for the first week: Use every 2 hours

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Treatment Process

It is imperative that patients follow these instructions to ensure a quick and healthy recovery and minimise risk of complications.

01. Staying Hydrated Post-Surgery

Diamox tablets help reduce eye pressure but cause increased urination. Drink plenty of water in the first 24 hours post-surgery to stay hydrated and support recovery.

02. Eye Drops and Medication Schedule

Expect a scratchy sensation and mild discomfort post-surgery. This is normal and should subside within a few days. Use Paracetamol or Panadeine for pain relief if needed.

03. Importance of Wound Dressing Integrity

Keep the wound dressing intact until you start using your prescribed eye drops the day after surgery. This helps in preventing infections and ensures proper healing.

04. Managing Post-Surgery Discomfort

Expect a scratchy sensation and mild discomfort post-surgery. This is normal and should subside within a few days. Use Paracetamol or Panadeine for pain relief if needed.

Recovery Procedure for Both Operations

Do's and Dont's

It is recommended that a support person takes you to and back from hospital, on your surgery day.
It is recommended that a support person stay with you at least 24 hours after surgery.
You may watch television or read as much as you like.

Do not get any water in or around the eye for ONE week. You may use a damp washer to gently clean your face. If you need to clean your eye, use COLD BOILED Water and a damp washer to gently clean your eyelid, using downward motion.
Do not wash your hair for ONE week. If your hair must be washed, we advise you use dry shampoo or visit the hairdresser. However, please ensure no water goes into your eye.

Do not rub your eye.
Do not lift anything heavy—no more than THREE full shopping bags.
Do not attend to any gardening for at least ONE week.
Do not bend forward - squat down using your knees.
Do not drive for two (2) weeks.

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Eye Protection

Wear your eye shield to bed for the first week to prevent any eye rubbing.
Wear sunglasses during the day as your eye will be light sensitive.

Frequently Asked Questions

DRIVING - Do not drive for at least two weeks after surgery OR until advised by your surgeon
GLASSES - We suggest a visit to your optometrist 4-6 weeks after your surgery to update your glasses if required

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Despite antibiotics given to you during & after surgery, infection is still possible. IF YOU NOTICE INCREASED PAIN, LIGHT SENSITIVITY OR LOSS OF VISION, PLEASE CONTACT DR QURESHI at Onsight Visionary Healthcare: 02 6100 3300

Your day one post op appointment will be a phone call from our staff the day after the surgery. You should see your optometrist 6 weeks after the surgery and call to book an appointment with Dr. Qureshi in 2-3 months.