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Therapeutic Techniques for the eye - Donkey (view source)
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==Lavage systems==
==Lavage systems==
[[Image:Subpalpebral lavage system.jpg|right|thumb|250px|<small><center>Subpalpebral lavage system (Image courtesy of [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk The Donkey Sanctuary])</center></small>]]
'''Subpalpebral lavage systems''' are currently preferred to the nasolacrimal cannulae. One advantage is that they allow the passage of ocular debris to flow in its natural direction. The other advantages are their ease of placement, use and maintenance. They are tolerated well by patients, and can be kept in place happily for more than three weeks. Only 0.2 ml of solution
'''Subpalpebral lavage systems''' are currently preferred to the nasolacrimal cannulae. One advantage is that they allow the passage of ocular debris to flow in its natural direction. The other advantages are their ease of placement, use and maintenance. They are tolerated well by patients, and can be kept in place happily for more than three weeks. Only 0.2 ml of solution
are needed, followed by 0.5 ml of air to clear the system. The flushing of air is an essential part of maintaining the system but the animal may object to the sensation.
are needed, followed by 0.5 ml of air to clear the system. The flushing of air is an essential part of maintaining the system but the animal may object to the sensation.