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Retinal Detachment Model in Rodents by Subretinal Injection of Sodium Hyaluronate

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Retinal detachment in the pheasant (Phasianus colchicus).

C J Randall¹, A C Bygrave, I McLachlan

¹Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Veterinary Laboratory, Lasswade, Midlothian, Scotland.

Avian Pathology : Journal of the W.V.P.A

|January 1, 1986

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Retinal detachment caused blindness in young pheasants. This condition, affecting one or both eyes, led to complete vision loss by maturity, though its cause remains unknown.

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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Avian Pathology

Background:

Retinal detachment is a significant cause of blindness in various species.
Understanding the etiology and progression of retinal detachment in avian populations is crucial for welfare.

Purpose of the Study:

To document and describe the clinical and pathological findings of retinal detachment in reared pheasants.
To identify the age of onset and progression of visual impairment in affected birds.

Main Methods:

Observation of clinical signs in young pheasants.
Pathological examination of ocular tissues from affected birds.
Documentation of lesion laterality and asymmetry.

Main Results:

Retinal detachment was identified as the cause of blindness in a small number of pheasants across different locations.
Lesions were typically bilateral but asymmetrical, affecting 16 birds, with three showing unilateral involvement.
Clinical signs appeared around 5 weeks of age, with blindness developing by maturity. Early signs included subretinal fluid and vitreous degeneration, with adhesions forming between detached retina, pecten, and lens. Peripheral retinal cystoid defects were also noted.

Conclusions:

Retinal detachment is a significant cause of blindness in reared pheasants.
The disease affects birds from a young age, leading to severe visual impairment.
The underlying cause of this condition in pheasants is currently unknown and warrants further investigation.