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Intraocular findings in three dogs and one cat with chronic glaucoma
S A McLaughlin1, J A Render, A H Brightman
1Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Illinois, Urbana 61801.
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|December 1, 1987
Summary
Intraocular neoplasia can cause secondary glaucoma. Placing prosthetic eyes in glaucomatous eyes with neoplasia may lead to tumor regrowth and pain.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Veterinary Medicine
- Oncology
Background:
- Secondary glaucoma can arise from intraocular neoplasia.
- Intraocular prostheses are sometimes used in affected eyes.
Observation:
- Tumor regrowth around prosthetic balls was noted in cases of intraocular neoplasia with secondary glaucoma.
- This regrowth led to recurrent buphthalmos and pain.
Findings:
- Histologic examination confirmed intraocular neoplasia in 2 of 4 glaucomatous eyes.
- Neoplasia was ruled out as the cause of glaucoma in the other 2 eyes.
Implications:
- Prosthetic placement in eyes with secondary glaucoma due to intraocular neoplasia may promote tumor recurrence.
- Careful diagnosis is crucial before prosthetic implantation to avoid exacerbating the condition.