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Cataracts in the Bichon Frise.

Kirk N Gelatt1, Margaret R Wallace, Stacy E Andrew

  • 1Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32610-0126, USA. gelattk@mail.vetmed.ufl.edu

Veterinary Ophthalmology
|March 19, 2003
PubMed
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Inherited cataracts are common in Bichon Frise dogs, affecting both sexes equally between 2-8 years old. Early detection and understanding risks like retinal detachments are crucial for this breed.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Ophthalmology
  • Canine Genetics

Background:

  • Cataracts are a common cause of vision loss in dogs.
  • Understanding the specific characteristics of inherited cataracts in breeds like the Bichon Frise is essential for diagnosis and management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the clinical features of inherited cataracts in the Bichon Frise breed.
  • To determine the frequency, age of onset, affected lens regions, and association with other eye diseases.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of four distinct Bichon Frise populations (University of Florida VMTH, VMDB, CERF, ACVO) from 1970-2001.
  • Collection of clinical data including age, gender, cataract maturity, and concurrent ophthalmic conditions.
  • Statistical analysis to compare populations and identify significant factors.

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Main Results:

  • Cataracts were observed in 28% (VMDB) to 57% (ACVO) of examined Bichon Frises.
  • Both male and female dogs were equally affected, with the highest incidence between 2-8 years of age.
  • Anterior and posterior lens cortices were initially involved, with younger dogs showing immature cataracts and older dogs showing mature cataracts. Retinal detachments were noted in a significant percentage of cases.

Conclusions:

  • Cataract prevalence in Bichon Frises has increased since the late 1970s.
  • Cataract formation in this breed appears to be inherited, with equal gender distribution and a peak age of onset between 2-8 years.
  • Retinal detachments pose a significant risk for cataract surgery in Bichon Frises, necessitating careful preoperative and postoperative evaluation.