Retinal Dysplasia - Retinal Dysplasia in Other Animals

Retinal Dysplasia in Other Animals

  • Cats - Retinal dysplasia occurs in utero or in newborns infected with feline leukemia virus or feline panleukopenia, which cause necrosis and disorganization of the retina. It appears as folds and rosettes.
  • Cattle - Retinal dysplasia occurs in utero through infection with bovine viral diarrhea. It is also inherited in Shorthorns and Herefords. Both forms often cause retinal detachment.
  • Sheep - Retinal dysplasia occurs by in utero infection with bluetongue disease.
  • Horses - Retinal dysplasia is bilateral, not inherited, and appears as multifocal or geographic disease. It is usually accompanied by other eye problems.
  • Chickens

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