QuikVue Vet Case Share-indolent corneal ulcer

Winni, a Frenchie, developed a severe corneal infection progressing to a deep ulcer unresponsive to topical and systemic antibiotics. A keratectomy removed the infected tissue and improved sampling. The defect was grafted with BioSis bioscaffold (“naked” graft due to heavy vascularization). One week later, vessels increased but no infection; by two weeks, inflammation subsided as the graft absorbed and vessels regressed. Final recheck showed excellent cosmetic and visual outcome.

QuikVue Vet Case Share-severe pigmentary keratitis

An 8‑year‑old Pug with severe, untreated pigmentary keratitis—driven by brachycephalic features (wide palpebral fissure, nose‑roll, nasal lower‑lid entropion) and chronic dry eye—faces inflammation, pigmentation, and blindness risk. He also has diabetes with diabetic cataracts. Aggressive topical tear stimulants, anti‑inflammatory drops, and eyelid surgery are planned to reduce pigment and allow future cataract surgery.

QuikVue Vet Case Share-corneal foreign body

A dog was referred for a corneal foreign body, which was easily removed using topical anesthetic drops and a squirt gun. A small ulcer remains with early signs of infection; medical therapy has been started and healing is expected within a few days.

QuikVue Vet Case Share-corneal ulceration

A sweet cat was referred for worsening bilateral corneal ulceration and diagnosed with classic eosinophilic keratitis (EK), a chronic immune‑mediated ocular surface disease in which eosinophils invade the cornea, causing vascularization and plaques. Diagnosis was confirmed by corneal cytology. Treatment with topical prednisolone, cyclosporin, and antibiotics was started, with adjustments per individual response.

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QuikVue Vet Case Share-bilateral retinal detachment in a European cat.

A cat presented with a morning syncope and several days of blindness, with systolic blood pressure at 250 mmHg; amlodipine 1.25 mg once daily (later increased to twice daily) stabilized blood pressure at 130 mmHg and restored vision by day 15, but the prolonged retinal detachment likely caused neuroretinal damage that will lead to atrophy and permanent vision loss, with the time course dependent on continued hypertension control.

QuikVue Vet Case Share-Bilateral Amaurosis in an European Cat

An 8-year-old neutered male European cat initially presented with bilateral mydriasis and absent pupillary light reflexes despite normal vision; three months later it developed disorientation and progressive vision loss, and MRI revealed a large mass invading the pituitary fossa and optic foramina with signs of intracranial hypertension.

QuikVue Vet Case Share-PPM in a European cat.

A 2-year-old European cat was found to have persistent pupillary membrane—remnant vascular fibers of the embryonic iris/lens tunic that normally resorb by six weeks of age—which, unless extensive, does not impair vision.

QuikVue Vet Case Share-Eyelid epidermoid carcinoma in a European cat.

A 12-year-old European cat with a large epidermoid carcinoma of the lower right eyelid underwent surgical excision and reconstruction using a Lid-To-Lid (angularis oris) flap with a free labial edge—providing vascularized, like-for-like tissue for large defects—though risks include dehiscence, superinfection, flap necrosis, and potential discomfort on mouth opening if the excision is overly extensive.

QuikVue Vet Case Share-Chronic superficial keratitis in a mixed shepherd dog.

Chronic superficial keratitis (pannus) is an immune-mediated corneal disease in herding breeds—especially German Shepherds—linked to UV exposure. It begins at the outer canthus with lymphoplasmacytic infiltration, progresses to melanocyte infiltration and keratinization toward the inner canthus. Treatment: twice-daily 0.2% cyclosporine ointment ± topical corticosteroids; severe cases may require sub-conjunctival steroids and UV-blocking dog goggles.

QuikVue Vet Case Share-Ocular Thelaziosis in an Australian Shepherd

Thelaziosis is a vector-borne ocular parasitosis caused by the nematode Thelazia callipaeda—transmitted by the fruit fly Phortica variegata—leading to conjunctivitis or ulcerative keratoconjunctivitis in definitive hosts (cats, dogs) and occasional human infection; first reported in Southwest France 20 years ago, it has since spread nationwide and should be considered during ophthalmologic exams.

QuikVue Vet Case Share-Grade 3/4 Corneal Ulcer in a Jack Russell

A mid-stromal corneal ulcer unresponsive to medical treatment underwent keratectomy and grafting with dehydrated amniotic membrane (Vetrix EyeQ); slight membrane detachment occurred at the 10-day check-up, but healing at three months was very satisfactory.

QuikVue Vet Case Share-Syncope and Blindness in a Cat

16-year-old female European cat with morning syncope and suspected vision loss for days. Exam: absent menace, negative dazzle, diminished pupillary light reflexes, resting mydriasis. Fundoscopy: bilateral serous retinal detachment (right > left) and left intra-retinal hemorrhages. Normal blood chemistry and T4; systolic BP > 250 mmHg indicating severe hypertension. Amlodipine started; follow-up in 10 days.

QuikVue Vet Case Share-Medical Treatment of Moderate Stromal Ulcer

A 5-year-old Persian cat presented with a grade 3/4 corneal ulcer in the infero-external quadrant, progressing for 12 days with advanced superficial neovascularization; medical treatment was initiated—gentamicin, N-acetylcysteine and atropine eye drops—since surgical management was not preferred.

QuikVue Vet Case Share-Traumatic hyphema in a European cat.

Traumatic hyphema in a European cat.