Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration Syndrome (SARDS) Compassion fatigue is a complex phenomenon that can be prevented in most cases. Read More
Tear film deficiencies: Quality vs. quantityQualitative tear film deficiencies refer to deficiencies in the stability of the tear film, caused by a deficiency in the lipid and/or mucin layer. Read More
Scratching the surface: Management of corneal ulcers in the ERCorneal ulcers are commonly encountered in the ER, thus adopting a routine approach to the management of ulcers is beneficial, particularly when considering the fast pace and variable caseload of many veterinary ERs. Read More
Corneal ulceration in dogs and cats: Diagnosis and treatmentCorneal ulceration is one of the most common ophthalmic problems seen in our canine and feline patients. This post covers the causes and diagnosis of corneal ulceration in dogs and cat, as well as medical and surgical treatment. Read More
Practical ophthalmic drug useOphthalmic drugs can be confusing, (and difficult to spell!), in terms of their use and when to use which one. The goal of this article is to make practical recommendations for a selection of ophthalmic drugs used for common conditions. Read More
Diagnosis and treatment of keratoconjunctivitis siccaKeratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS; “dry eye”) is one of the most common ophthalmic diseases affecting pet dogs. Despite its prevalence, it is underdiagnosed and therefore often not treated. My goal in writing this article is to encourage veterinarians to perform a Schirmer tear test regularly as part of a complete ophthalmic examination. Once a diagnosis of dry eye is established, treatment can be tailored to the individual patient’s needs. Read More
Corneal transplantsNicholas Cassotis, DVM, DACVO Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital, Portsmouth, NH The beauty of the cornea is in its clarity. This avascular, thin, anterior-most tissue of the eye serves functional and structural roles. Functionally Read More
Diagnosis and treatment of glaucomaRuth Marrion, DVM, PhD, DACVO Bulger Veterinary Hospital, North Andover, MA Glaucoma is among the most frustrating ocular conditions for both veterinarians and owners. In this article I hope to give some practical guidelines Read More
Conjunctival cytology: A great diagnostic tool you’re probably not using!Conjunctivitis means inflammation of the conjunctiva; a diagnosis of conjunctivitis does not help with a treatment plan. But if we can diagnose the cause of conjunctival inflammation, we are well on the way to a potential treatment. Read More
