Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Chronic corneal sores in dogs and how they heal
By Bentley, Ellison·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·2005·Department of Surgical Sciences, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Spontaneous chronic corneal epithelial defects in dogs: a review.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A middle-aged dog with a chronic eye problem was found to have a spontaneous corneal epithelial defect, which can cause ongoing discomfort and vision issues. If left untreated, these defects can persist for weeks or even months. Treatment options include procedures that help the cornea heal better, such as anterior stromal puncture or superficial keratectomy, which have shown better success rates than just cleaning the surface. With the right treatment, dogs can recover and have improved eye health.
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Abstract
Spontaneous chronic corneal epithelial defects (SCCEDs) in dogs are typically found in middle-aged dogs of all breeds. These epithelial defects may be present for weeks to months, particularly if left untreated or if treated inappropriately. Typical histopathological findings include loss of the corneal epithelial basement membrane and formation of a superficial, acellular, hyalinized zone in the stroma. Together, these histological abnormalities lead to delayed wound healing and poor epithelial adhesion. Epithelial debridement, anterior stromal puncture, grid keratotomy, and superficial keratectomy are the most common treatment options applied to the defects. Procedures that address the stromal changes present generally have a higher success rate than epithelial debridement alone.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15870249/