Pectinate ligament dysplasia(PLD)
Also known as: Pektinatbanddysplasie · Goniodysgenesis · Goniodysgenese · Pectinate Ligament Abnormality · PLA · …
Overview
What it is
Pectinate ligament dysplasia is an inherited eye condition where the tiny, comb-like tissue fibers in the drainage angle of the eye do not develop normally. This malformation restricts the natural outflow of fluid from the eye, causing fluid to build up. Over time, this buildup can lead to a dangerous increase in pressure within the eye, a condition known as glaucoma.
How it presents
While the underlying malformation is present from birth, symptoms typically do not appear until middle age. Owners may notice signs of severe eye pain, such as squinting, alongside red, watery, or cloudy eyes and sudden vision loss.
Treatment
The underlying malformation cannot be cured, but if glaucoma develops, it requires lifelong management with daily eye drops or surgery to control pressure and relieve pain. This ongoing care typically costs between 1,000 and 5,000 EUR.
How it's tested
ECVO Augenuntersuchung (DOK)(ECVO-DOK)
Primary testEye examAugenuntersuchung durch ECVO-zertifizierten Augentierarzt (Dortmunder Kreis). Erkennt PRA, Katarakt, Entropium, CEA, MPP, RD u.a.
Issuing body: ECVO
Result scheme: Eye-ECVO
Gonioskopie(Gonio)
Primary testEye examEine ophthalmologische Untersuchung des Kammerwinkels mittels einer speziellen Kontaktlinse (Gonioskopielinse), um Missbildungen (Goniodysplasie) zu erkennen, die zu einem Glaukom fuehren koennen.
Issuing body: ECVO
Result scheme: Eye-ECVO
Affected breeds
24 of 33 breeds
Mandatory testAkita
Mandatory testBasset Artésien NormandMandated by ÖBaLC (Österreichischer Basset- und Laufhunde Club)
Mandatory testEast Siberian Laika
Mandatory testEnglish Springer Spaniel
Mandatory testGreenland Dog
Mandatory testHokkaido
Mandatory testIcelandic Sheepdog
Mandatory testJämthund
Mandatory testKarelian Bear Dog
Mandatory testKintamani-Bali Dog
Mandatory testKishu
Mandatory testKomondor
Mandatory testKorean Jindo
Mandatory testLapinporokoira
Mandatory testMudi
Mandatory testNorwegian Buhund
Mandatory testNorwegian Elkhound (Black)
Mandatory testNorwegian Elkhound (Gray)
Mandatory testNorwegian Lundehund
Mandatory testPuli
Mandatory testPumi
Mandatory testSamoyed
Mandatory testShikoku
Mandatory testSwedish Lapphund
Treatment cost
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
Frequently asked
What is Pectinate ligament dysplasia?
Pectinate ligament dysplasia is an inherited eye condition where the tiny, comb-like tissue fibers in the drainage angle of the eye do not develop normally. This malformation restricts the natural outflow of fluid from the eye, causing fluid to build up. Over time, this buildup can lead to a dangerous increase in pressure within the eye, a condition known as glaucoma.
How is Pectinate ligament dysplasia tested?
Tests currently in our database: ECVO Augenuntersuchung (DOK), Gonioskopie.
Which breeds are most affected?
Most commonly affected: Akita, Basset Artésien Normand, East Siberian Laika, English Springer Spaniel, Greenland Dog, Hokkaido, Icelandic Sheepdog, Jämthund.