Symblepharon
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Introduction
- Adhesion of conjunctival tissue to either another conjunctival surface or to the cornea.
- Cause : most common as a sequel to feline herpesvirus
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- Also can be congenital but more commonly secondary to severe corneal and conjunctival loss or injury (especially chemical), or iatrogenic following eyelid surgery.
- Signs : asymptomatic, reduced vision, ocular pain.
- Diagnosis : history, clinical signs, ophthalmic examination.
- Treatment : surgical if the condition is severe but re-adhesions complicate the repair.
- Prognosis : depends on severity.
Diagnosis
Clinical signs
- Adhesion of conjunctival tissue to another conjunctival surface or to the cornea.
Diagnosis
Differential diagnosis
- Ankyloblepharon.
- Conjunctivitis .
- Keratitis .
Sequelae
Prognosis
- Good/poor, depending on severity.
Expected response to treatment
- Increased eyelid mobility.
- Increased vision.
Reasons for treatment failure
Sources
Publications
Other sources of information
- Roper-Hall M J (1989)The eyelids and reconstructive (plastic) surgery.In:Eye Surgery.7th edn. Ed. Stallard. London: Wright, p 64.
- Petersen-Jones S & Crispin S (2002)BSAVA Manual of Small Animal Ophthalmology. 2nd edn. British Small Animal Veterinary Association. ISBN 0 905214 54 4
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