Veterinary Ophthalmology: Surgical Affections of the Eye

This session provides a comprehensive overview of the anatomical structures of the eye in animals, with a focus on their clinical relevance. Students will learn about the external and internal components of the eye, including the eyelids, conjunctiva, cornea, lens, retina, and associated structures. In addition, the session covers the principles and practical steps of performing a thorough ophthalmic examination, using both basic and advanced diagnostic tools.

By the end of this session, learners will be able to identify key ocular structures, understand their functions, and apply systematic examination techniques to detect common abnormalities and diseases affecting the eye.

This session focuses on the common surgical and clinical conditions affecting the eyelids in animals. Students will learn about various eyelid disorders such as entropion, ectropion, eyelid tumors, lacerations, and congenital abnormalities

This session explores the anatomy, functions, and common disorders of the third eyelid and the lacrimal drainage system in animals. Students will learn about clinical conditions such as prolapse of the gland of the third eyelid (“cherry eye”), third eyelid tumors, lacerations, and inflammatory conditions. In addition, the session covers affections of the lacrimal canal, including obstruction, infection, and congenital anomalies. Diagnostic approaches and surgical as well as medical management options will be discussed to provide learners with a practical understanding of how to address these conditions in clinical practice

This session focuses on the common diseases and disorders of the conjunctiva in animals. Students will learn about various affections such as conjunctivitis (infectious, allergic, and traumatic), conjunctival lacerations, tumors, and parasitic infestations. The session also highlights diagnostic methods including clinical examination and laboratory support, as well as both medical and surgical treatment options. By the end of this session, learners will gain a clear understanding of how to identify, manage, and treat conjunctival affections effectively in veterinary practice

This session provides an in-depth overview of corneal affections in animals, focusing on their causes, clinical signs, diagnosis, and treatment. Topics include corneal ulcers, keratitis, corneal opacity, pigmentation, vascularization, and traumatic injuries. Students will also explore diagnostic tools such as fluorescein staining and slit-lamp examination, alongside both medical and surgical management strategies. By the end of this session, learners will develop the skills needed to recognize, differentiate, and treat corneal diseases effectively in veterinary practice

This session explores the different affections and disorders involving the eyeball in animals. Learners will study conditions such as globe enlargement (buphthalmos), globe reduction (phthisis bulbi), exophthalmos, enophthalmos, and traumatic injuries. The session also covers diagnostic approaches, including clinical and imaging techniques, and reviews both medical and surgical treatment options. By the end of this session, students will be able to identify, assess, and manage common eyeball affections effectively in veterinary practice