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| − | Corneal lipidosis has been observed by myself in rabbits and presents the same clinical appearance as in dogs and cats. Other than to assess the liver function of the subject and alter the diet accordingly, I regret that I can offer no clinical advice. Lawton (1993) reported the occurrence of corneal dystrophy due to cholesterol clefts which he asserted are both dietary and hereditary (clinical work-up includes blood testing for cholesterol and triglycerides and the treatment involves dietary adjustment). | |
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| − | Corneal oedema can occur with glaucoma and indolent ulceration. If thermal keratoplasty is required, Williams (2006) warns that the thin nature of the rabbit cornea makes this a delicate procedure.
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| − | Corneal dystropies are reported (Williams 2006).
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| − | ==References==
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| − | *Lawton M P C (1993) Procs BVZS Autumn Meeting ZSL 4/12/93
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| − | *Williams 2006
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