Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Canine, feline, and equine corneal vascular neoplasia: A retrospective study (2007-2015).
- Journal:
- Veterinary ophthalmology
- Year:
- 2019
- Authors:
- Shank, Alba Maria M et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Anatomic Pathology · United States
Plain-English summary
This study looked at rare eye tumors called corneal vascular neoplasms, which include hemangiomas and hemangiosarcomas, in dogs, cats, and horses. The researchers gathered and analyzed past cases from a specialized lab to understand the different breeds, ages, and characteristics of these tumors. They also discussed possible reasons why these tumors might develop, suggesting they could be linked to long-term eye surface problems. Overall, this research helps to shed light on these uncommon conditions in pets.
Abstract
Corneal vascular neoplasms (hemangioma and hemangiosarcoma) are rare in all species. Reported cases are single case reports in a single species. Archived cases of corneal hemangioma and hemangiosarcoma from dogs, cats, and horses were obtained from the Comparative Ocular Pathology Lab of Wisconsin (COPLOW, Madison, WI), tabulated, and examined. This retrospective study describes the breeds, ages, tumor types, and characteristics of vascular neoplasms that appeared to be primarily corneal in location, in feline, canine, and equine patients, with gross and histologic images. There is a discussion of predisposing factors and speculated association with chronic ocular surface disease.
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