Perilimbal pocket technique for surgical repositioning of prolapsed nictitans gland in dogsPrémont, Johanna ; Monclin, Sébastien ; Farnir, Frédéric et alin Veterinary Record : Journal of the British Veterinary Association (2012) The objective of this prospective study was to investigate the success rate, practicality and complications of a new perilimbal pocket technique for the replacement of prolapsed nictitans gland in 30 dogs ... [more ▼] The objective of this prospective study was to investigate the success rate, practicality and complications of a new perilimbal pocket technique for the replacement of prolapsed nictitans gland in 30 dogs (44 eyes). A first incision was made in the bulbar conjunctiva, 2-3 mm from and parallel to the infero-nasal limbus, a second incision on the bulbar aspect of the nictitating membrane (NM), 2-3 mm parallel to the free edge. The gland was returned to its normal position by suturing the subconjunctival tissues of the NM to the episcleral tissues, using four to six interrupted horizontal mattress sutures. The English bulldog, Neapolitan mastiff, great dane and American cocker spaniel were commonly presented. Nictitans gland prolapse occurred prior to one year of age in 83.3 per cent of dogs, and unilaterally in 15 patients. The procedure was easy to perform, and had a 90.9 per cent success rate, with minimal complications. The median duration of follow-up, conducted by ophthalmic examination or telephone contact with the owners, was 21.5 months. Tear production and ocular health were not affected in 17 eyes with at least six months follow-up. There was a statistically significant increase between preoperative and postoperative Schirmer tear test-1 measurements. [less ▲] Detailed reference viewed: 35 (9 ULg) Thelazia callipaeda ocular infection in two dogs in BelgiumCaron, Yannick ; Prémont, Johanna ; Losson, Bertrand et alin Journal of Small Animal Practice (2012) Eyeworms were retrieved from the left eyes of two dogs presented for unilateral ocular discharge in Belgium. Morphological and molecular identification were performed and the parasites were identified as ... [more ▼] Eyeworms were retrieved from the left eyes of two dogs presented for unilateral ocular discharge in Belgium. Morphological and molecular identification were performed and the parasites were identified as Thelazia callipaeda. The history suggested that the infection had been acquired in South-Western France and Southern Italy where the disease has been observed regularly for the last 6 and 12 years, respectively. In these two regions, the disease is considered endemic and spreading. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first complete case report of canine thelaziosis in Belgium. The risk of introduction of the parasite in Northern Europe and particularly in Belgium is discussed. [less ▲] Detailed reference viewed: 7 (5 ULg) Uveitis associated with pneumonia in three Indian pythons (Python molurus)Prémont, Johanna ; Gandar, Frederic ; Marlier, Didier et alPoster (2010, May 28) Detailed reference viewed: 41 (12 ULg) Perilimbal pocket technique for surgical replacement of prolapsed nictitans gland in the dog.Prémont, Johanna ; Monclin, Sébastien ; Grauwels, Magda ![]() Poster (2010, May) Detailed reference viewed: 17 (1 ULg) |
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