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  • Title: Ophthalmic emergencies.
    Author: Mandell DC, Holt E.
    Journal: Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract; 2005 Mar; 35(2):455-80, vii-viii. PubMed ID: 15698920.
    Abstract:
    Ophthalmic emergencies are common presenting complaints in an emergency room. Most ophthalmic emergencies can be treated and stabilized until an ophthalmologist can be consulted. Most ocular emergencies involve loss of vision, compromised globe integrity, or severe ocular pain. Delay in treating true emergencies may result ina blind eye or loss of an eye. This article discusses the clinical signs,diagnosis, and treatment as well as the prognosis of some of the more common ophthalmic emergencies.
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