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Orbital fat prolapse in the dog

P Boydell1, S Paterson, R Pike

  • 1Department of Opthalmology, Animal Medical Center Referral Clinic, Chorlton, Manchester.

The Journal of Small Animal Practice
|February 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Subconjunctival swelling and enophthalmos in dogs were caused by retrobulbar fat prolapse. Surgical removal of this displaced fat resolved the clinical signs in affected animals.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Ophthalmology
  • Ophthalmic Pathology

Background:

  • Subconjunctival swelling and enophthalmos are clinical signs observed in canine patients.
  • The etiology of these signs can be varied, necessitating accurate diagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the cause of subconjunctival swelling and enophthalmos in five dogs.
  • To determine the origin of subconjunctival fat deposits.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical examination of five dogs presenting with ocular abnormalities.
  • Biopsy of subconjunctival tissue for histopathological analysis.
  • Surgical excision of affected tissue in select cases.

Main Results:

  • Histopathology confirmed the presence of adipose tissue within the subconjunctival space.
  • Surgical excision led to the resolution of clinical signs in two dogs.
  • The subconjunctival fat was identified as originating from the retrobulbar region.

Conclusions:

  • Retrobulbar fat prolapse is a potential cause of subconjunctival swelling and enophthalmos in dogs.
  • Surgical intervention can be an effective treatment for this condition.

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