Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Yorkshire Terrier with eye socket abscess treated by surgery
By Homma, K & Schoster, J V·Published in The Journal of veterinary medical science·2000·Department of Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Anaerobic orbital abscess/cellulitis in a Yorkshire Terrier dog.
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Plain-English summary
A Yorkshire Terrier developed a painful swelling behind the eye, causing the eye to bulge out and discharge pus. The vet used ultrasound to confirm the swelling and performed surgery to drain the abscess, which was caused by bacteria. After the surgery, the dog recovered well, but needed additional treatment for dry eye (keratoconjunctivitis sicca). Thankfully, after several weeks, the dog's tear production returned to normal.
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Abstract
A retrobulbar abscess/cellulitis occurred in a Yorkshire Terrier dog. The clinical signs were exophthalmos, prolapsed nictitating membrane and purulent ocular discharge. Ultrasonography showed a marked soft tissue swelling of the retrobulbar tissues as well as echogenic parallel lines between the globe and the medial orbital rim. Surgical exploration of the orbit was performed and no foreign body was found. The pterygopalatine fossa was incised and therapeutic retrobulbar drainage attempted. A drain was placed to encourage ventral drainage of the abscess. Anaerobic cultures revealed heavy growth of gram negative rods (prevotella bivia and prevotella buccae were isolated). Recovery was successful but subsequent treatment for keratoconjunctivitis sicca was necessary. A full recovery of tear production occurred after several weeks.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11073084/