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Retrospective study and review of ocular radiation side effects following external-beam Cobalt-60 radiation therapy in 37 dogs and 12 cats.

Authors :
Pinard, Chantale L.
Mutsaers, Anthony J.
Mayer, Monique N.
Woods, J. Paul
Source :
Canadian Veterinary Journal / Revue Vétérinaire Canadienne; Dec2012, Vol. 53 Issue 12, p1301-1307, 7p
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

The article offers information on the study conducted related to the evaluation of the ocular side effects of cancer-bearing dogs and cats treated with external-beam cobalt-60 radiation. It states that the main ocular side effect reported in both dogs and cats was conjunctivitis. It mentions that the animals showed the need for regular ophthalmic examinations as routine follow-up of radiation therapy.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00085286
Volume :
53
Issue :
12
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Canadian Veterinary Journal / Revue Vétérinaire Canadienne
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
84130712