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1Animal Health Trust, Lanwades Park, Kentford, Newmarket, Suffolk CB8 7UU, UK. claudia.hartley@aht.org.uk
Practical Relevance:
Corneal ulcers in cats (ulcerative keratitis) are a common presenting complaint, and are a frequent sequela to feline herpesvirus (FHV-1) infection. In fact, it is fair to assume an FHV-1 aetiology until proven otherwise. In practice, therefore, many cases of corneal ulceration can be treated medically, but treatment can frequently be challenging, with the need to tailor therapy carefully to the type of ulcer, the individual cat and its temperament.
Patient Group:
All age groups and breeds can suffer with ulcerative keratitis although some breeds are over-represented for some types of corneal ulceration.
Evidence Base:
The scientific literature on feline ulcerative keratitis is extensive, particularly that related to FHV-1 infection. This article reviews the medical treatment options for corneal ulceration in cats with reference to the current evidence base.
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