Diagnosis
This is characterized by the development of blood vessels, scar tissue, and pigmentation in the cornea, which can eventually lead to blindness if left untreated
Pannus
What class is Ketorolac?
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory
What is the most common breed we see for glaucoma?
Husky, Boston Terrier, Basset
A Shih Tzu comes in with green, thick discharge OU. What is their most likely diagnosis?
KCS/Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
How do you spell the name of our eye stain?
Fluorescein
This is a specific type of corneal ulcer characterized by a branching, tree-like appearance, often caused by feline herpesvirus-1
Dendritic ulcerations
What class is Tropicamide?
Dilate pupils/relaxation
What breed do we see most for iris coloboma?
Australian shepherd, dalmatian, basenji
A breeder brings in a litter of Australian shepherd puppies to be OFA certified. What must be done before they are given Tropicamide to dilate?
Check pupils for circular constriction (and make sure there's no irregular iris shape).
How do you spell our specialty?
Ophthalmology
This is a rare form of glaucoma where the aqueous humor is misdirected, primarily flowing into the vitreous cavity instead of the anterior chamber
Aqueous Misdirection Syndrome
What class is Demecarium Bromide?
Anti-glaucoma
What breed do we see the most for lens luxations?
Terriers
A Boston terrier presents for a red, bulgy eye with a blue hue to it. What is most likely the cause of the changes seen?
Glaucoma/increase in pressure
How do you spell the name for chronic dry eye?
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
This diagnostic test has a normal result of <25mmHg
IOP
What class is EDTA?
Chelating agent
What breed is most common for descemetoceles?
Chihuahua, Shih Tzu, Pugs
A breeder brings in a litter of Australian shepherd puppies to be OFA certified. What are we looking for when we check for circular pupils?
Iris coloboma
This is a genus of parasitic roundworms that we see in the eye, especially after patients have gone to New Mexico. How is this spelled?
Onchocerca
This is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the transparent tissue covering the white part of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelids, characterized by the presence of small, raised, cobblestone-like bumps that have a raspberry appearance.
Follicular conjunctivitis
Anti-viral
What breed do we see most for SARDS?
Dachshunds, Mini Schnauzer, Springer Spaniels
A client brings their husky in for concerns with 'color' changes of the eyes. This is characterized by inflammation of the eye, depigmentation of skin, and whitening of hair. The primary concern is the eye inflammation, which can lead to secondary ophthalmological disorders and blindness.
Uveodermatologic sundrome
This is a condition where the eye shrinks and disorganizes due to severe damage or disease, leading to complete loss of vision. How is this spelled?
Phthisis bulbi