Treatment of deep corneal ulcers with porcine small intestinal submusosa using a modified surgical technique in dogs

Abstract

Abstract Treatment of deep corneal ulcers using small intestinal submucosa (SIS) without corneal sutures in combination with a third eyelid flap seems a promising technical modification. Advantages are a reduction in surgery time and no additional damage of healthy corneal tissue.

Keywords

• brachycephalic ocular syndrome
• deep corneal ulcer
• dog
• modified technique
• small intestinal submucosa
• third eyelid flap