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¹Genesee Valley Equine Clinic, PLLC, 925 Chili Scottsville Road, Scottsville, NY 14546, USA. adwyer@rochester.rr.com

The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Equine Practice

|May 30, 2012

Summary

Equine eye exams require specialized skills and field preparation for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Practitioners should recognize when to refer cases and advise owners on managing equine vision loss.

Area of Science:

Veterinary Ophthalmology
Equine Medicine

Background:

Equine practitioners routinely examine horse eyes for various conditions, from normal anatomy to sight-threatening issues.
Effective equine eye assessment necessitates proper field setup, patient restraint, sedation, and anesthesia.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline essential skills and considerations for equine eye examinations.
To emphasize the importance of diagnostic techniques, surgical proficiency, and client communication in equine ophthalmology.

Main Methods:

Review of common equine ocular conditions and diagnostic procedures.
Discussion of necessary practical skills including ocular surface staining, cytology, and standing surgery.
Highlighting the role of digital photography in client education and case management.

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Main Results:

Accurate diagnosis and treatment depend on skilled examination techniques and appropriate diagnostic tools.
Referral to specialty centers is crucial for complex medical or surgical equine eye cases.
Client education on managing blindness in horses is an important aspect of practice.

Conclusions:

Comprehensive equine eye care requires a combination of field assessment skills, diagnostic proficiency, surgical competence, and knowledge of referral options.
Practitioners play a key role in diagnosing, treating, and managing equine ocular conditions, including blindness.