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[A retrobulbar foreign body in a dog]
1Departement Chirurgie, Fakulteit Veeartsenykunde, Universiteit van Pretoria, Onderstepoort, Republiek van Suid-Afrika.
Journal of the South African Veterinary Association
|March 1, 1995
Summary
A dog experienced recurrent jaw pain due to a wooden foreign body lodged in its eye socket. Surgical removal of the 50mm wood splinter resolved the condition.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Ophthalmology
- Ophthalmology
- Veterinary Surgery
Background:
- Recurrent jaw pain in young dogs can indicate various underlying pathologies.
- Ocular and periocular pain can manifest with diverse clinical signs, including reluctance to open the mouth.
Observation:
- A 2-year-old canine presented with a history of recurrent pain on opening its mouth.
- Clinical examination identified conjunctivitis and chemosis affecting the left eye.
- Ocular ultrasound demonstrated poor definition of the extraocular muscles.
Findings:
- Surgical exploration via orbitotomy revealed a 50 mm wooden foreign body within the retrobulbar tissues.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the object as wood.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering foreign body penetration in cases of unexplained ocular and oral discomfort in dogs.
- Prompt diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for successful management and preventing long-term complications.