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A Crosslinked HA-Based Hydrogel Ameliorates Dry Eye Symptoms in Dogs

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Lack of Effects on Lymphocyte Function of Topical Cyclosporine

Some years ago research suggested that topical cyclosporine, as used for canine dry eye, resulted in reduced lymphocyte function. Yet the drug has been used for years without immunosuppressive effects. Here we repeated the original work and showed that there is no systemic absorption of topical cyclosporine and hence no generalised immunomodulatory effect… Continue reading

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A Clinical Case from the Archives : 10/11/2006

What has this ten year old West Highland White Terrier got wrong with its eyes? And what can we do – topical cyclosporine doesn’t work at 0.2% or 2%, tacrolimus does no better and tear replacement (whoops I’ve given the game away with regard to my first question haven’t I?!) aren’t having much success either. Where next? Continue reading

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A Clinical Case from the Archives : 05/11/2005

[tab name=”The Case”]The dog in the previous qustion has a problem in its right eye as well. Persistent copious discharge and a red eye but one that is visual are seen here. What might be going on?[/tab][end_tabset] 

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A Clinical Case from the Archives : 03/08/2005

[tab name=”The Case”]This year old (and 10cm long!)Hermann’s tortoise has eyes that look a lot duller than its brother’s. What is the likely diagnosis here, how might you confirm it and how could you treat it?[/tab][end_tabset] 

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A Clinical Case from the Archives : 30/07/2005

[tab name=”The Case”]My seven year old son reckoned this dog had been watching the telly too long – Jack knew that ‘watching the box can give you square eyes’! What are this bulldog’s problems?[/tab][end_tabset] 

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