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Amanda Sherman1, Joshua B Daniels, David A Wilkie
1Department of Clinical Sciences, The Ohio State University, 601 Vernon Tharp Street, Columbus, OH 43210, USA.
Veterinary Ophthalmology
|November 6, 2012
Summary
A novel canine ocular infection caused by Actinomyces bowdenii was identified following cataract surgery. This opportunistic bacterial keratitis, resistant to fluoroquinolones, required surgical intervention for resolution.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Ophthalmology
- Microbiology
- Canine Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Cataract surgery can predispose dogs to secondary ocular infections.
- Prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment are crucial for managing complex corneal diseases in dogs.
