Equis ISSN 2398-2977

Eyelid: tarsorrhaphy - temporary

Introduction

• To provide physical support for the cornea and globe by completely covering it by temporarily suturing the eyelids together, thereby aiding its repair.
• To decrease light passage.

Uses

• Protection of cornea.
• Corneal injury, wound or healing .
• Photophobia (rare).

Advantages

• Strong - lasts up to 10-14 days.
• Unlikely to slip.
• Can be undertaken in standing sedated horse.

Disadvantages

• Through-and-through technique can   →   rubbing of cornea by sutures.
• Unable to visualize and monitor cornea.
• ? decreases concentrations of medications at cornea by physical obstruction.

Requirements

Preparation

Procedure

Aftercare

Outcomes

Prognosis

• Depends upon primary ocular problem.