Thermal cautery of the canine third eyelid for treatment of cartilage eversion

Objective To present a novel, minimally invasive technique for everted third eyelid cartilage correction in dogs that employs the use of low-energy cautery to remodel the cartilage. Procedures Twelve eyes of ten dogs had cautery performed under general anesthesia to correct everted third eyelid cartilage. The tip of a handheld cautery unit or an electrocautery handpiece was applied to the bulbar conjunctival surface of the third eyelid at the central location of cartilage convexity and treated to effect. This resulted in gradual conjunctival contraction and cartilage softening that remodeled the third eyelid to return to a more normal, physiologic position. When the tips of the cartilage bar were also curled, cautery was briefly applied to the convex surface to straighten the cartilage in a similar manner. Results Blanching of the conjunctiva at the site of treatment occurred. Char was sometimes present and was gently removed with a scalpel blade to improve postoperative patient comfort. Mild conjunctival hyperemia was noted in a few patients for 1-2 days after surgery but there were no signs of discomfort or eyelid swelling. All dogs had good results in terms of cartilage correction with no recurrence; however, one of the Great Danes that had concurrent third eyelid gland prolapse required gland replacement surgery. Conclusions Thermal cautery is a simple, inexpensive means of correcting third eyelid cartilage eversion in dogs with a high rate of success that preserves normal tissue while restoring function

Electroretinogram evaluation of equine eyes with extensive ‘bullet-hole’ fundic lesions

Objective To evaluate the impact of extensive bullet-hole nontapetal fundic lesions in horses on retinal function as measured by full field electroretinography (ERG). Materials and Methods Full field ERG was performed on two horses with numerous bullet-hole lesions in the nontapetal fundus of both eyes. The ERG was first recorded from the eye with the more extensive lesions in response to a low intensity light stimulus (0.03 cd·s/m2) that was given at times (T) T = 5, 10, 15, 20 minutes of dark adaptation. Consecutively, combined rod-cone response was evaluated bilaterally in response to high intensity light stimulus (3 cd·s/m2), followed by cone function evaluation by flicker stimulus (3 cd·s/m2 at 30Hz). Off-line analysis of the ERG recordings was then performed. Results Despite extensive bullet-hole lesions in the nontapetal fundus bilaterally in both horses retinal function as measured by ERG did not show any observable deficits. The b-wave amplitude of the full-field ERG increased continuously from 5 to 20 minutes of dark adaptation peaking at 446µv and 377µv for horse number 1 and 2 respectively. The b-wave amplitudes of the combined rod-cone response were OS- 459µv and OD- 392µv for horse number 1 and OS- 491µv and OD- 608µv for horse number 2. The amplitude of the flicker ERG for horse number 1 was OS- 86 µv and OD- 110 µv and for horse number 2 OS- 80 µv and OD- 74 µv. Conclusions Extensive bullet-hole chorioretinal lesions do not appear to compromise outer retinal function in these horses

Uveal Hematocysts in a Golden Retriever Dog

Case Description. A 7-year-old neutered male golden retriever presented for examination 1 month following the observation of multifocal round brown structures in the anterior chamber of the left eye and similar, but blood-filled, structures in the right eye. Clinical Findings. Ophthalmic examination revealed bilateral iris hyperpigmentation, pigment deposition on the anterior lens capsule, and uveal cysts. The uveal cysts in the right eye were partially blood filled. Clinical findings were consistent with pigmentary uveitis of golden retrievers. Treatment and Outcome. The patient has been maintained on topical anti-inflammatories and no progression of the disease has occurred in eight months. Clinical Relevance. This paper emphasizes the importance of recognizing the unique clinical signs of pigmentary uveitis and highlights uveal hematocysts, a rare manifestation of the disease

Social Teambuilding in an Academic Library: Inspiring a Balance Between Work and Play

Transforming library culture doesn’t come easily, especially in times of crisis and the aftereffects. Burnout, mismanagement, and inequities can lead to unhealthy divisions, highlight imbalances, and worsen culture within an institution. Yet, opportunities to innovate arise in times of crisis to escape from unhealthy practices. Team-building activities encourage camaraderie through shared common values and experiences and can bind employees together. As part of a larger mentoring initiative at a Midwestern public university, cohort programming offers a variety of gatherings where members can socialize, both within the library and outside. One goal of these social experiences is to break down silos and to develop those relationships. Finding joy among coworkers in social environments fosters trust, increases worker morale, and instills an ethos of collaboration in a fun and healthy way, instead of relying on the “same old” professional development workshops that have the potential to deepen institutional imbalances. In this presentation, members of the mentoring facilitation team will describe how to identify sources of tension and inequity to develop a social remedy. They will detail past examples of successful social activities, as well as how participant feedback directs future program development

The Heart of a Library: Getting to Know Each Other

Starting a new job is overwhelming! New employees can feel isolated and disconnected without concerted effort by library colleagues, limiting their ability to create meaningful partnerships.  Milner Library grappled with these challenges when a cohort of new employees arrived in summer 2020. Milner’s new mentoring program began to organize a series of virtual information sessions to increase awareness of different library departments. In the Getting to Know Milner series, presenters highlighted partnerships and the interconnectedness of library activities. Collaborators in the audience were able to see the value of their work reflected in their colleagues\u27 presentations. These sessions illustrated the importance of the library as a community and the merit of a unified approach. Library work extends beyond individual departments. This series emphasized that one’s place in a library is in many places. Interdepartmental conversations have increased, which is beginning to bridge longstanding gaps. The informal feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with fruitful participation and attendance. Both new and long-time employees have connected with their colleagues and have gained a deeper appreciation for what makes their library unique. At the heart of it, this series has built a stronger community at Milner Library

Thinking Outside the Dyad: Incorporating Cohort-Based Experiences into Mentorship

A benefit of the traditional one-to-one, hierarchical mentoring relationship is the individualized attention and guidance the mentor provides the mentee. This singular mentoring relationship can be effective but is not always sufficient in addressing institutional acculturation and meeting personal needs of the new employee. This paper discusses how an emergent mentoring program at Milner Library blended the dyadic mentoring relationship with cohort-based programming to create a space for participants to learn from colleagues across departments, share experiences, and consider psychosocial issues. These grassroots programming efforts have cultivated holistic engagement and renewed community

Laser-Induced Mouse Model of Chronic Ocular Hypertension

purpose. To develop an inducible mouse model of glaucoma. methods. An obstruction of aqueous humor outflow in adult C57BL6/J mice was induced by combined injection of indocyanine green (ICG) dye into the anterior chamber and diode laser treatment. To evaluate intraocular pressure (IOP), tonometry was performed with a modified Goldmann tonometer. The function of the retina was evaluated with electroretinography (ERG). results. IOP was significantly elevated in surgical eyes compared with control eyes: before surgery, 15.2 ± 0.6 mm Hg; 10 days after surgery, 33.6 ± 1.5 mm Hg (P \u3c 0.001); and 30 days after surgery, 27.4 ± 1.2 mm Hg (P \u3c 0.001). However, 60 days after surgery, IOP in the surgical eyes decreased to 19.5 ± 0.9 mm Hg and was not significantly different compared with control eyes (control, 17.3 ± 0.7 mm Hg; P = 0.053). ERG amplitudes, expressed as a ratio (surgical/control), were decreased in surgical eyes. The amplitudes for b-wave were: before surgery, 107.6% ± 4.6%; 28 days after surgery, 61% ± 4% (P \u3c 0.001); and 56 days after surgery, 62% ± 5.6% (P \u3c 0.001). Oscillatory potentials were the most dramatically affected: before surgery, 108.6% ± 6.7%; 28 days after surgery, 57.5% ± 5% (P \u3c 0.01); and 56 days after surgery, 57% ± 8.5% (P \u3c 0.001). Amplitudes of the a-waves had relatively smaller but still significant deficits: before surgery, 105.8% ± 6.9%; 28 days after surgery, 72.2% ± 5.4% (P \u3c 0.01); and 56 days after surgery, 79.8% ± 11.0% (P \u3c 0.01). Histologic analysis of the surgical eyes revealed development of anterior synechia, loss of retinal ganglion cells (RGCs), and thinning of all retinal layers. Electron microscopy of optic nerve cross sections revealed swelling and degeneration of the large diameter axons and gliosis. conclusions. Diode laser treatment of ICG saturated episcleral veins causes a chronic elevation of IOP and sustained ERG deficits

Creating Cards and Carving Pumpkins: How Fun Activities at Work Build Morale, Create Community, and Spark Creativity

During times of stress and uncertainty, community-building is essential in the workplace. In all types of libraries, people work closely together but often do not know each other authentically. We all spend too many hours at work to feel isolated, burned out, or misunderstood. Work-related activities can help begin to nurture genuine connections, but unless intentional time is set aside for community-building, these relationships may never fully develop. Foster a positive culture by encouraging employees to get to know each other through playful, entertaining events. At our library, we have a mentoring program that not only pairs individuals together but also offers cohort programming. Participants in the mentoring program interact during social programs to get to know each other in a different way, which can increase morale, encourage fun, and develop innovative solutions to complicated problems. In this presentation, members of the mentoring facilitation team will describe their library’s cohort-based social programming, give examples of past successful activities, and explain how they assess the success of the events

Strengthening Person-Centered Management through Mentorship: Building Library Community

Mentorship offers practical applications for cultivating person-centered management strategies for librarians, including a framework, assessments, and programming ideas. Evolving responsibilities due to staffing changes and technological updates have forced librarians to be agile for years. Librarians need to adapt to an environment where priorities shift quickly, coupled with challenging political and cultural polarization, mentorship offers a welcoming extra layer of support. Research indicates that effective mentorship programs allow employees the space to develop new skills and experience growth, thereby creating a more prepared pool of internal candidates to take on leadership roles. Facilitating professional fulfillment through mentoring contributes to success and retainment. Other research discusses the positive impact mentoring can have on psychosocial factors like racial microaggressions, burnout, and imposter syndrome. Mentoring can address these challenges and provide a space for librarians to lead, share perspectives, and support and learn from one another