A 6-year-old female spayed German Shepherd Dog was presented for evaluation of a possible abdominal mass and weight loss.
A 6-year-old female spayed German Shepherd Dog was presented for evaluation of a possible abdominal mass and weight loss.
Case Study
Spindle cell neoplasm of pancreas with metastasis, diagnosed on US-guided FNA, in a 6 year old FS German Shepherd Dog
Sonographic Differential Diagnosis
Multicentric neoplasia, likely deriving from the pancreas involving the liver. The kidneys and spleen may also be involved. Carcinoma or sarcoma is suspected.
Image Interpretation
The pancreas revealed an extensive 9.7 x 7.5 cm, mixed, hypoechoic mass. The liver and spleen were riddled with multiple hypoechoic expansive nodular masses. Free fluid was noted adjacent to the spleen, which is mildly swollen. The gallbladder was unremarkable. There was also regional lymphadenopathy, with enlarged hepatic, iliac and aortic lymph nodes. Regional inflammation was noted throughout the cranial abdomen.
DX
Metastatic malignant spindle cell tumor
Outcome
None
Clinical Differential Diagnosis
Abdominal mass – neoplasia, abscess, or granuloma of any internal organ system
Sampling
FNA of the liver and pancreas were consistent with malignant spindle cell tumor.
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Patient Information
Patient Name :
Farrah P
Gender :
Female, Spayed
Species :
Canine
Type of Imaging : Ultrasound
Status :
Complete
Liz Wuz Here :
Yes
Code :
05_00159
Clinical Signs
- Palpable Mass
- Weight loss
Exam Finding
- Palpable mass
- Weight loss
Images
Clinical Signs
- Palpable Mass
- Weight loss