Effective Solutions for Dog Entropion: Quick Tips & Tre

Section 1: Causes of Canine Entropion

Canine entropion, or eyelid inversion, is often genetically inherited and commonly seen in breeds such as Saint Bernards, Great Danes, Bloodhounds, Newfoundlands, and Bull Terriers. These dogs typically exhibit a relaxed lower eyelid, which may be due to excessively wide eyelids and a lack of lateral retractor muscles. This condition is a hallmark feature of these breeds.

Acquired entropion is caused by trauma or chronic inflammation, leading to scarring, fatigue, eyelid laxity, and senile eyelid nerve damage, among other factors.

Section 2: Symptoms of Canine Entropion

Canine entropion can lead to the exposure of the conjunctiva and bulbar conjunctiva, causing the eyes to appear red or dark red. Due to prolonged exposure, dogs may develop conjunctivitis, excessive tearing, and moistened fur around the lower eyelid.

Section 3: Treatment for Canine Entropion

For dogs with mild entropion and chronic epiphora, surgical intervention may not be necessary. Treatment usually involves the use of antibiotics and corticosteroid eye drops to reduce local irritation and prevent infection. If there is an abnormal increase in eye secretions, chronic conjunctivitis, and eyelid muscle spasms, surgery for correction is required. There are various treatment methods available, but the WottonJones blepharoplasty, also known as the VY technique, is commonly used. The procedure involves making a Vshaped incision on the skin 23 millimeters above the inverted lower eyelid, with the base of the V being wider than the inverted eyelid. The tip of the Vshaped incision is then elevated to separate the subcutaneous tissue, forming a triangular skin flap. Subsequent separation of the subcutaneous tissue at both edges of the incision allows for结节缝合 (knotting) from the tip of the V, moving the flap upwards until the eyelid is corrected and the lower eyelid returns to its normal position. The remaining skin incision is then sutured into a Yshape. Typically, 40 or 70 silk sutures are used with a 2mm needle spacing, and the sutures are removed after 1014 days.

Section 4: Postoperative Care for Canine Entropion

After surgery, dogs must use antibiotic eye drops or ointment, applied approximately 34 times a day for 57 days. This helps to prevent secondary conditions such as conjunctivitis or keratitis. It is also important to prevent the animal from scratching or rubbing the surgical site, which could cause damage.

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