Beyond the Ocular Surface: Nasal Sensory Input as a Driver of Reflex Lacrimation in Dogs
Nasal mucosal anesthesia reduced reflex tear production in dogs, particularly in non-brachycephalic breeds. These results confirm the presence of a functional nasolacrimal reflex in dogs and suggest diminished nasal sensory input in brachycephalic breeds.
Authors
- S. Cochran (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7324-7790)
- Lionel Sebbag (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0103-0127)
- Nick J. Millichamp
Institutions
- Hebrew University of Jerusalem (IL)
- Eye Care Associates (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Veterinary Ophthalmology
- Published
- 2025-11-07
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1111/vop.70108
- Primary Topic
- Olfactory and Sensory Function Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00