The aim of this study was to report a case of BK in a dog and the complete recovery of the ocular structure and visual function, with a third eyelid flap associated with the use of autologous blood serum topically.Case: A 2-year-old Shih Tzu male dog, weighing 4.3 kg, with recurrent bilateral eye...

Characterized by the rupture of the corneal epithelium, corneal ulcers threaten ocular integrity, with multifactorial development, such as decreased protection and excessive abrasion applied to the corneal surface. Keratoplasty restores the corneal anatomy, removing the inflamed or infected...

This is a report of an 11-month-old dog with recurrent corneal ulceration over the preceding three months. The cause was confirmed to be a single ectopic cilium in a rare location - the lower eyelid palpebral conjunctiva. Surgical excision of the aberrant hair was required for resolution of the...

Objective: To describe the histologic features of canine distichiasis using excised tarsoconjunctival specimens that included roots of distichiatic cilia. Procedures: The study group included 21 strips of cilia-bearing tarsoconjunctiva resected from 20 dogs with distichiasis. Eyelid tissue...

Objective: To evaluate the use of a dermal biopsy punch for accurate and quick removal of ectopic cilia in dogs. Animals studied: This study reports the treatment of ectopic cilia detected in 12 dogs during the period from June 2002 to December 2004. Five cases were affected with ectopic cilia in...

OBJECTIVES: To determine the types and frequency of ophthalmic findings in pugs. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Retrospective analysis of case records of pugs presented to an ophthalmology unit between 2001 and 2012. Ophthalmological findings were correlated with age, gender, presenting signs and time of...

OBJECTIVES: To determine the types and frequency of ophthalmic findings in pugs. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Retrospective analysis of case records of pugs presented to an ophthalmology unit between 2001 and 2012. Ophthalmological findings were correlated with age, gender, presenting signs and time of...

This article described an approach to identifying and dealing with a non-healing ulcer in a one-year-old flat-coated Retriever [UK, date not given]. The animal presented with a non-healing ulcer in its left eye. The ulcer was not deep, but an ingrowth of blood vessels and granulation tissue was...

In this study, 122 Boxer dogs referred to a specialist for eye problems, were evaluated. The dogs included in this study were comprised of 82 males and 40 bitches with an average age of 4-9 years (minimum of one month and maximum of 12 years). The pathology was bilateral in 43 cases. The following...

Objective: A retrospective survey of ocular defects in Australian Shepherd dogs was conducted following concerns raised by breeders and owners in Australia. This is the first known such study conducted for this breed. Results: Data from this survey indicate that persistent hyaloid remnants (PHR)...