Treatment of corneal ulcers: what are the medical options?
BACKGROUND
Corneal ulcers in cats (ulcerative keratitis) are a common presenting complaint, and are a frequent sequela to feline herpesvirus (FHV-1) infection. In fact, it is fair to assume an FHV-1 aetiology until proven otherwise. In practice, therefore, many cases of corneal ulceration can be treated medically, but treatment can frequently be challenging, with the need to tailor therapy carefully to the type of ulcer, the individual cat and its temperament.


METHODS
All age groups and breeds can suffer with ulcerative keratitis although some breeds are over-represented for some types of corneal ulceration.


METHODS
The scientific literature on feline ulcerative keratitis is extensive, particularly that related to FHV-1 infection. This article reviews the medical treatment options for corneal ulceration in cats with reference to the current evidence base.
Hartley
Claudia
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Animal Health Trust, Lanwades Park, Kentford, Newmarket, Suffolk CB8 7UU, UK. claudia.hartley@aht.org.uk
D000818:Animals; D000998:Antiviral Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002371:Cat Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000821:virology; D002415:Cats; D003320:Corneal Ulcer / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000662:veterinary* / Q000821:virology; D006564:Herpesviridae / Q000302:isolation & purification*; D006566:Herpesviridae Infections / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000662:veterinary* / Q000821:virology
D000998:Antiviral Agents