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Peer-reviewed veterinary case report

Ophthalmomyiasis interna anterior in a cat: surgical resolution.

Journal:
Veterinary ophthalmology
Year:
2006
Authors:
Stiles, Jean & Rankin, Amy
Affiliation:
Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences · United States
Species:
cat

Abstract

A 4-year-old Domestic short-haired cat was presented for severe anterior uveitis in the right eye associated with a Cuterebra spp. larva in the anterior chamber. This report describes successful surgical removal of the parasite with preservation of vision.

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Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16634929/