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Subconjunctival haemorrhage in 147 dogs
J Saastamoinen1, C R Rutter2, U Jeffery1,3
1Lovers Lane Animal Medical Center, 4660 W Lovers Ln, Dallas, 75209, Texas, USA.
The Journal of Small Animal Practice
|November 7, 2019
Summary
Subconjunctival hemorrhage in dogs often results from trauma, such as vehicular incidents or attacks. Other causes include bleeding disorders like immune-mediated thrombocytopenia, seizures, and ocular conditions.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Ophthalmology
- Canine Medicine
Background:
- Subconjunctival hemorrhage is a common clinical sign in dogs.
- Identifying the underlying cause is crucial for appropriate management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the differential diagnoses for subconjunctival hemorrhage in dogs.
- To analyze the causes of subconjunctival hemorrhage in a canine population.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective case series analysis.
- Review of medical records for dogs diagnosed with subconjunctival hemorrhage.
Main Results:
- 147 dogs were included; 119 had a history of trauma (vehicular trauma, dog attacks).
- 28 dogs without trauma history had causes including bleeding disorders (immune-mediated thrombocytopenia), seizure disorders, vasculitis, and ocular disease.
Conclusions:
- Subconjunctival hemorrhage in dogs has diverse causes.
- Differential diagnoses include trauma, systemic bleeding disorders, neurological conditions, and ocular disease.
