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13_00036 Mousie M Esophageal mass

Case Study

Case Study

13_00036 Mousie M Esophageal mass

A 13-year-old SF DSH was presented for evaluation of dysphagia and a soft tissue mass in the pharyngeal area. 

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

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Clinical Signs

  • Palpable Mass