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Qualitative tear film disease.

C P Moore1

  • 1Department of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Missouri-Columbia.

The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Small Animal Practice
|May 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Qualitative tear film abnormalities, affecting lipids and mucins, can cause ocular surface disease in pets. These issues, distinct from simple dryness, involve complex tear component changes and eyelid/conjunctiva health.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Ocular Surface Disease

Background:

  • Preocular tear film abnormalities, specifically lipid and mucin deficits, are linked to eyelid and conjunctival diseases.
  • Qualitative tear film diseases manifest as chronic keratoconjunctivitis, potentially involving corneal edema, neovascularization, or ulceration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the significance of qualitative tear film abnormalities in companion animals.
  • To highlight the role of tear components beyond aqueous deficiency in ocular surface health.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on tear film composition and ocular surface disease.
  • Analysis of clinical signs associated with qualitative tear film abnormalities.

Main Results:

  • Qualitative tear film abnormalities involve lipids, mucins, proteins, all-trans retinal, cholesterol, glucose, and electrolytes.
  • These abnormalities, though less common than aqueous deficiencies, are significant causes of ocular surface disease.

Conclusions:

  • Qualitative tear film abnormalities are crucial considerations in diagnosing and managing ocular surface disease in companion animals.
  • Understanding these complex tear film issues is vital for effective veterinary ophthalmology practice.

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