A 13-year-old SF DSH was presented for evaluation of dysphagia and a soft tissue mass in the pharyngeal area.
Case Study
13_00036 Mousie M Esophageal mass
DX
Esophageal mass
Sonographic Differential Diagnosis
Cervical mass appears to be deriving from the esophagus and deviating it. This is likely sarcoma. Ultrasound-guided FNAs are recommended.
Esophageal tumor. This appears localized. There was no significant abdominal pathology noted. However, complete abdominal exam would be ideal.
Image Interpretation
The left cervical region revealed a 2.15 cm, mixed echoic mass. The mass deviated the esophagus and appears to be deriving from the esophagus in one view. The esophagus itself was mildly thickened. Sagittal view revealed a mass that measured 3.7 x 1.45 cm. Focal mineralization was noted.
Outcome
None
Clinical Differential Diagnosis
Abscess, neoplasia, thyroid hyperplasia, foreign body, granuloma, hematoma
Sampling
None
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Patient Information
Gender :
Female, Spayed
Species :
Feline
Type of Imaging : Ultrasound
Status :
Complete
Clinical Signs
- Palpable Mass
Exam Finding
- Palpable mass
Images
Clinical Signs
- Palpable Mass