Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with one eye blindness improved by aphakic contact lens
By Yeung, K K et al.·Published in Optometry (St. Louis, Mo.)·2001·Jules Stein Eye Institute, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Aphakic hydrogel contact lens fitting on a monocular canine: a case report.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A 7-year-old terrier mix named Oliver was having trouble seeing because he was blind in one eye and had no lens in the other due to a serious eye condition. To help him, his veterinarian prescribed a special contact lens designed for dogs without a lens, which improved his vision. After getting the contact lens, Oliver seemed more alert and confident, showing that it was a success. This case highlights how a team of pet owners and veterinary specialists can work together to enhance a dog's quality of life.
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Abstract
BACKGROUND: Though plano bandage contact lenses used for therapeutic purposes are not uncommon for dogs, no literature regarding contact lenses to correct aphakic canines currently exists. CASE REPORT: Oliver, a 7-year-old terrier mix, was aphakic in his left eye and essentially blind in his right eye as the result of a large retinal detachment. Surgical complications and endothelium damage contraindicated an intraocular lens implant in his left eye. While co-managed with his veterinary ophthalmologist, Oliver was prescribed an aphakic hydrogel contact lens to improve his monocular vision. CONCLUSION: Oliver was successful (by clinical criteria) with his contact lens. Although it is difficult to quantify his vision without a visual evoked potential, Oliver appeared more attentive and confident with the contact lens. This case report demonstrates a successful canine aphakic contact lens fit through the efforts of his owners, co-managing veterinary ophthalmologist, and optometrist.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11486936/