Dacryocystitis and Nasolacrimal Flush in Rabbits

Ocular problems are common in both laboratory and pet rabbits ( Oryctolagus cuniculus), and disease of the nasolacrimal duct is one of the most frequently reported ocular diseases in rabbits. This review article features a brief video illustrating this clinical technique plus step-by-step guidance as well as clinically relevant anatomy and recommendations for diagnosis and treatment of dacryocystitis . . .


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Pollock CG. Dacryocystitis and nasolacrimal flush in rabbits. Aug 16, 2020. LafeberVet web site. Available at  https://lafeber.com/vet/dacryocystitis-and-nasolacrimal-flush-in-rabbits/