This 10-year-old FS DSH cat presented for weight loss and anorexia. The physical exam revealed a small palpable caudal abdominal mass. Blood analysis was normal.
This 10-year-old FS DSH cat presented for weight loss and anorexia. The physical exam revealed a small palpable caudal abdominal mass. Blood analysis was normal.
Case Study
Lymphoblastic, Lymphocytic Lymphoma in a 10 year old FS DSH cat
DX
Colonic mixed lymphoblastic, lymphocytic lymphoma.
Sonographic Differential Diagnosis
Partially obstructing colonic wall mass consistent with neoplasia such as adenocarcinoma, leiomyosarcoma or possibly lymphosarcoma.
Image Interpretation
A symmetrical, circumferential mural thickening involving a segment of descending colon is present. The affected colonic wall is located centrally and contracted while the adjacent, proximal colon is distended with a normal colonic gas curtain supporting an obstructive component.
Outcome
The patient was treated with Elspar, vincristine, and prednisone.
Clinical Differential Diagnosis
GI pathology – Neoplasia, IBD with lymphadenopathy, intestinal foreign body, granulomatous disease.
Sampling
Subtotal colectomy was performed with complete excision of the mass. Histopathology demonstrated mixed lymphoblastic, lymphocytic lymphoma.
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Patient Information
Patient Name :
Athena R
Gender :
Female, Spayed
Species :
Feline
Type of Imaging : Ultrasound
Status :
Complete
Liz Wuz Here :
Yes
Code :
04_00064
Clinical Signs
- Anorexia
- Weight loss
History
- Anorexia
- Weight Loss
Exam Finding
- Palpable mass
Images
Clinical Signs
- Anorexia
- Weight loss