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Indolent ulcers in dogs' eyes

(EJCAP 17/3 page 280-284))

Corneal ulcers are probably the most common problem of the canine eye seen in general veterinary practice. Most of these ulcers result from a variety of traumatic and irritating conditions and usually respond well to medical therapy alone, provided they are not too deep. However, indolent ulcers are different: they are chronic superficial ulcers that result from a structural defect of the cornea and as a result they heal poorly and are usually refractory to medical therapy alone.

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