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A mare presented with lameness and a large swelling palmarolateral and proximal to the right carpus. Radiography revealed mineral opacity, bone remodeling, and soft tissue swelling. At surgery, fibrous tissue was removed from the subcutaneous area and sulfur granules were removed from near the carpal canal. Histopathology revealed eosinophilic inflammation. Habronemiasis was the primary differential, although no larvae were found. The swelling resolved, and the mare was sound 1 year after initial presentation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The most common eyelid disorders of horses include traumatic insults, anatomic malalignment problems, inflammatory lesions, and neoplasms. These eyelid conditions are discussed in this article with particular attention paid to practical diagnostic and therapeutic options. Surgical treatment for eyelid lacerations, entropion, ectropion, and temporary tarsorrhaphies are described. Causes and treatments for blepharitis and neoplastic diseases, especially sarcoids, are included. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]