Surgical management of bilateral prolapse of the third eyelid glands in a Norwich terrier

Abstract

An 8-month old Norwich terrier breed of dog that presented with bilateral prolapse of the third eyelid glands was treated surgically using the modified Morgan’s pocket technique in combination with the tacking of the third eyelids to the periorbital periosteum. The physiologic, haematological and biochemical parameters taken prior to treatment were all within the normal values. The combined surgical approaches adopted for the treatment were clearly described as well as the post operative management. The patient had a rapid positive response without recurrence even after 4 months, unlike what is always seen when the modified Morgan’s pocket technique is used alone.

Keywords: Third eyelid glands, Prolapse, Surgical management, Norwich terrier dog