Heterochromic iridocyclitis with secondary keratitis (HIK) is characterized by uveal inflammation with pigment dispersion and suspected corneal endothelial dysfunction. Horses being treated for HIK require diligent and frequent follow-up examinations in combination with aggressive local immune suppression to control the disease. However, HIK may not respond to therapy and enucleation may ultimately be required to ensure the horse's comfort.

The SD-OCT instrument employed in this study may be used on sedated horses and allows the acquisition of high-resolution images, and thickness measurements involving the cornea, retina, and optic nerve.

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