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In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Braidee Foote, DVM, DACVO, to discuss her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Corneal Diseases in Aging Canines.” Dr. Braidee explores diagnosis, treatment, and management of spontaneous chronic corneal epithelial defect, corneal degeneration, keratoconjunctivitis sicca, corneal endothelial degeneration, and pigmentary keratitis.
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Key Takeaways
Spontaneous chronic corneal epithelial defect (SCCED) or indolent ulcers can be recognized by their loose epithelial margins and nonhealing clinical course.
Corneal degeneration involves calcium or lipid deposits or both within the cornea and can occasionally be a sign of systemic disease.
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) occurs so commonly that tear testing should be done as part of routine geratric screening.
Corneal endothelial degeneration leads to that “blue” corneal edema as the innermost epithelial cells lose their ATPase-ability.
Pigmentary keratitis is the result of persistent corneal irritation and inflammation, and it can be reversed with tacrolimus if you catch it early enough.
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