A 5-year-old SF DSH cat was presented for evaluation of anorexia, hindquarter ataxia, and distended stomach.
A 5-year-old SF DSH cat was presented for evaluation of anorexia, hindquarter ataxia, and distended stomach.
Case Study
05_00111 Cameron R Pancreatic mass
Sonographic Differential Diagnosis
Pancreatic mass, likely carcinoma with coalesced mesentery changes. This is suggestive for metastatic disease. Neoplastic effusion is the most likely explanation for the fluid. Sampling with cytospin could be performed for definitive diagnosis.
Image Interpretation
The pancreas was enveloped by nodular omentum with hypoechoic, irregular, pancreatic parenchyma. This is strongly suggestive for pancreatic carcinoma with carcinomatosis type presentation. The peritoneal space is predominantly filled with fluid.
DX
Pancreatic mass
Outcome
None
Clinical Differential Diagnosis
FIP Neoplasia – intra-abdominal, spinal Distended abdomen – fluid, organ enlargement (neoplasia, abscess, granuloma, cyst), neoplasia,
Sampling
None
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Patient Information
Type of Imaging : Ultrasound
Status :
Complete
Clinical Signs
- Abdominal Distension
- Anorexia
- Ataxia
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Clinical Signs
- Abdominal Distension
- Anorexia
- Ataxia