This patient has bilateral keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eye) and had episcleral silicone matrix cyclosporine implants inserted into both eyes. Cyclosporine has immunomodulatory and tear-stimulating properties, thus is the main stay of topical treatment for dry eye. In some cases where topical treatment is not a feasible option, implants can be effective in increasing tear production and reducing associated keratitis and ocular discharge. However, they require anaesthesia and, ideally, magnification, to be correctly placed. Prospective studies are ongoing to determine their duration of action, which may be up to 3 years in some cases. #veterinaryophthalmology
Microsurgical removal of a feline corneal sequestrum using the operating microscope🔬A thin conjunctival pedicle graft was placed over the resultant defect to minimise sequestrum recurrence 👀 #veterinaryophthalmology
Those gorgeous Pekingese smiles at the end 🥰 #veterinaryophthalmology #pekingesedog
This beautiful girl had a consultation with our Ophthalmologist Natasha, and was subsequently diagnosed with bilateral congenital multiple ocular defects. Given her colouration and clinical signs this is suspected to be associated with the Merle gene (Merle ocular dysgenesis). The condition is thankfully not painful, the puppy was visual and behaved impeccably for her examination 👏🏼💕👀 #vetophthalmology #eyevets
🐱 Feline corneal sequestra can be very deceptive regarding their depth, therefore adequate magnification and the ability to perform a subsequent corneal graft if necessary is essential prior to surgical removal 👀
👀 Cryotherapy for distichiasis is a very satisfying procedure and makes such a difference to the ocular comfort of our patients 👀 For more information visit our website: www.animaleyecare.co.uk 🐾 #vetophthalmology
👀 Basil was completely blind before having cataract surgery with our Ophthalmologist Robert. Here he is at his 3 week post-operative check able to see and catch tiny treats from the air. What a lovely result 👀
Here’s the answer to our question: Haab’s striae! 👀
This beautiful boy had bilateral entropion and distichiasis resulting in blepharospasm and excessive tear staining. As you can see he’s happy and bright-eyed following corrective eyelid surgery and cryotherapy to treat the abnormal eyelashes 👀
