Coloboma Figure 2

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Figure 2: Suspected coloboma of the iris (bilateral) in female rat (Jessie).
Case history and photos

History

Jessie (intact female rat), a standard eared, brown-eyed husky was adopted from a rat rescue in April 2010. She was guessed to be about 1 year old at the time.

Clinical Signs

Owner reported that both of Jessie’s pupils appear to be misaligned: the left pupil points slightly upwards, whereas the right pupil points quite a bit downwards. In addition, the right pupil has an oblong shape. Both eyes appear to have a pupil reflex (to light).

Diagnosis

Suspected coloboma (unconfirmed by veterinarian).

Treatment

N/A

Outcome

Jessie continues to be a very inquisitive and active rat, and appears to be completely unaffected by her odd pupils.

Photos

Coloboma

Unconfirmed bilateral colobomas of the iris.


Case history and photos courtesy of Cyzahhe

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