Together with Dr Blohm, we offer the entire range of diagnostic and surgical services based on the latest knowledge in equine ophthalmology.

The detailed ophthalmological examination includes a distance examination, neuro-ophthalmological assessment as well as direct and indirect ophthalmoscopy and slit lamp examination of the anterior and posterior segments of the eye. Intraocular pressure measurement is another important part of the complete eye examination. If the back of the eye cannot be seen due to a constriction of the pupil or an opacity in the area of the cornea or lens, ultrasound still allows us to assess this region. An electroretinogram can also be performed to assess retinal function. Depending on the clinical findings and indications, samples can be taken and analysed.

If a foreign body is suspected or if there is an injury or growth in the area of the bony eye socket (orbit), an X-ray and/or computerised tomography diagnosis can be carried out in addition to the ultrasound examination.

Depending on the severity of the disease, our spectrum also includes the conservative intensive care of eye patients as well as the surgical treatment of eye diseases. This includes the treatment of injuries to the eyelids and cornea. Surgical treatment of complicated/infected corneal ulcers can include not only the removal of the diseased corneal tissue but also various transplants (e.g. conjunctival flap plasty) in the case of deep ulceration. Equine recurrent uveitis is treated by vitreous injection and simultaneous aqueous humour sampling as well as surgically. The removal of tumours of the eye and the area surrounding the eye is also possible, as are various laser treatment options (in addition to tumour removal, photodynamic therapy for immune-mediated keratitis, laser therapy for iris tumours or cysts). Increased intraocular pressure (glaucoma, glaucoma) can be controlled using laser treatment (cyclophotocoagulation) and/or shunt surgery. Lens opacities that significantly impair the horse's vision (cataracts) can be removed by crushing and aspirating the opacified lens material under a surgical microscope (phacoemulsification, cataract surgery) - if possible, an artificial lens should then be implanted.

In very painful and uncooperative patients and after sensitive operations with frequent therapy, medication can be administered via a catheter inserted through the eyelid. Nowadays, many operations can be performed on cooperative horses in a standing position using local anaesthesia without a general anaesthetic - this is gentler and less risky for your horse.

Appointments can be made with our consultant eye specialist Dr Blohm on Mondays. However, the Pferdeklinik Bargteheide team is also available for eye patients at any time and can consult Dr Blohm depending on the issue.