Resectable caudal abdominal mass, likely lipoma or granuloma, in a 12 year old MN Brittany Spaniel

Case Study

Resectable caudal abdominal mass, likely lipoma or granuloma, in a 12 year old MN Brittany Spaniel

This 12 year old MN Brittany Spaniel dog has had vomiting and diarrhea off and on for 1.5 weeks; appetite normal. Possible mid abdominal mass palpated.

Image Interpretation

Caudal abdominal mass measuring 5.0 cm mass was noted, non vascular.

DX

Caudal abdominal mass

Outcome

This is consistent with infarcted lipoma, granuloma with a
minor potential for abscessation. Surgical intervention with removal is recommended. Otherwise the abdomen is unremarkable.