Sentences with phrase «by an ophthalmologist»

The retina of the affected dog initially appears normal when examined by an ophthalmologist and initially the ERG (electroretinogram) recording is normal.

The only thing we can effectively do is to have our dogs» eyes tested by an ophthalmologist.

ERG - Electroretinography; a test done by an ophthalmologist to assess the functioning of the retina, the light sensing and vision producing layer of cells at the back of the eye.

The infants all received usual care — regularly scheduled diagnostic examinations by an ophthalmologist who determined whether their ROP had a severity that warranted referral for further evaluation (designated RW - ROP).

These tests that are mandated by the American Rottweiler Club and which most breeders should consider doing on all parents before breeding would be having hips and elbows cleared from dysplasia through OFA X-Ray as well as testing of the eyes by an Ophthalmologist for inherited eye problems.

It is unknown whether iris cysts cause GRPU, whether GRPU cause iris cysts, or whether iris cysts are unrelated entirely to GRPU.2 As mentioned earlier, iris cysts in a Golden Retriever are a «red flag» and a risk factor for GRPU, and these dogs must be very carefully examined and regularly monitored by an ophthalmologist for the presence of GRPU.

An eye examination is a battery of tests performed by an ophthalmologist or optometrist assessing vision and ability to focus on and discern objects, as well as other tests and examinations pertaining to the eyes.

Findings from a new multicenter study strengthen the case for using telemedicine to address unmet medical needs of preterm babies worldwide who can not be initially evaluated by ophthalmologists.

If the membrane has characteristics that have been shown to be favorable for treatment, laser photocoagulation is applied by an ophthalmologist who has had special training in the technique.

This is why the Academy recommends people with diabetes have them annually or more often as recommended by their ophthalmologist, a physician who specializes in medical and surgical eye care.

The disease itself is painless but affected dogs should be regularly monitored by an ophthalmologist to treat possible secondary effects of PRA (the most widespread form of PRA across dog breeds) IG - PRA1 first presents as a loss of vision in dim light conditions due to degeneration of rod cells in the retina.

Regular postoperative reexaminations by the ophthalmologist, for the rest of the dog's life, are needed.

This is very sad, because if these dogs had been examined annually by an ophthalmologist, GRPU could have been detected much earlier, the dogs then placed on lifetime medication, and vision likely saved.

Dispensing opticians fit eyeglasses and contact lenses, following prescriptions written by ophthalmologists or optometrists.

«Getting your eyes checked by an ophthalmologist can reveal the signs of disease that patients aren't aware of.»

Beginning with an astute observation in 1941 by ophthalmologist Norman Gregg, followed by descriptions of a wide array of manifestations, the full effects of congenital rubella infection became understood.

The ring is designed to be replaced by an ophthalmologist every six months.

The image readers were unaware of which infants had been designated by the ophthalmologists as needing referral.

To address the public health issue of detecting potentially serious ROP, the e-ROP Cooperative Group tested the validity of a telemedicine approach by comparing evaluations by ophthalmologists with those done independently by trained non-physician image readers.

While traditionally contacts were thought to be safer than a surgical procedure, an analysis by ophthalmologists from the Hamilton Eye Institute at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center indicates otherwise.

Currently in the U.S., babies weighing 1500 grams, about 3.3 pounds, or less that are born before 31 weeks are evaluated for ROP by an ophthalmologist in the NICU.

Dry eye disease was defined as previously diagnosed by an ophthalmologist or the presence of frequent ocular pain and discomfort, such as feeling dry or irritated.

DR. CORSON: As you know, there are very limited treatments for the dry form of AMD, which basically just involves being followed by your ophthalmologist and potentially eating an antioxidant - rich diet.

The procedures use to correct cherry eye by ophthalmologists vary depending on surgeon preference but a common procedure is called a «pocket technique».

Also, it is important to know that uveitis in cats is usually a LIFETIME disease that requires LIFETIME treatment and care by an ophthalmologist.

Unfortunately, after examination by an ophthalmologist at the Mississauga Oakville Veterinary Emergency Clinic, it was determined that her eye could not be saved.

This is the type of ulcer that needs to be debrided (ideally by an ophthalmologist, though some vets can do this).»

If a dog has either Congenital or Development Cataracts, they should be taken out of a breeding program and spayed or neutered immediately (all breeding stock should pass a Canine Eye Registry Foundation test by an ophthalmologist before being bred so that any possible congenital conditions are caught before they can be passed on).

In the early stage of GRPU, lifetime topical steroid and / or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication is prescribed (the author prefers topical steroid medication, specifically prednisolone acetate 1 % ophthalmic suspension) and the patients are reexamined every 6 months by the ophthalmologist.

Perform initial work - up and specialized examination of the eye as directed by ophthalmologist.

An important test done by ophthalmologists to diagnose PRA is an electroretinogram (ERG).

Grading of retinal photographs could allow a more standardized approach to ROP screening, while reducing the numbers of babies needing to be examined by ophthalmologists could thus lower the costs of routine ROP screening.

An injection into the eye might sound scary, but it's one of the most common procedures performed by ophthalmologists.

He was evaluated by our ophthalmologist and he is a great candidate for cataract surgery.

He takes a pressure regulating eye drop as recommend by his Ophthalmologist and he's also tweaked his diet to increase his intake of eye healthy food like sweet potato, carrot and dark leafy greens to help manage eye pressures.

Bringing your dog to all recommended postoperative reexaminations by your ophthalmologist.

Salary range: $ 30,763 $ 44,658 Minimum training: On - the - job training Job description: Dispensing opticians fit eyeglasses and contact lenses, following prescriptions written by ophthalmologists or optometrists.

Your family veterinarian can advise if your pet should be evaluated or referred for examination by a ophthalmologist.

It uses mild cleansers to clean baby's skin gently and has been tested by ophthalmologists, dermatologists and pediatricians.

A certified eye exam is done by an ophthalmologist and checks for eye problems.

By the time this litter was three years of age, several had been examined by an ophthalmologist and been issued CERF numbers.

An certified eye exam is done by an ophthalmologist and checks for eye problems.

Eye Check — Genetic Disorder (checked annually by an ophthalmologist); puppies should also be litter screened by an ophthalmologist

This has not been noticed as a major issue in America and the vet says he can lead a normal life and we have noticed that Ron does not appear to have problems seeing things in the distance, as he loves to watch our neighbor's white outdoor cat across the street wandering their yard but ABR is going to have him checked out by an Ophthalmologist.

Blood samples from affected dogs, AND from normal - eyed elderly dogs 12 years of age and older (these animals must have been examined by an ophthalmologist).

If GRU is caught early enough, and if the dog is treated as prescribed by the ophthalmologist and is examined as often as needed by the ophthalmologist, vision is almost always saved.

It is the author's opinion that if affected dogs are identified in the early stage of the disease and placed on lifetime treatment and examined regularly by an ophthalmologist, they will not progress to the middle and late stages of the disease and their vision is saved.