Malignant epithelial cell tumor of the spleen, diagnosed on FNA, in a 16 year old MN DSH cat
An 16 year-old NM DSH was presented for evaluation of small kidneys and an abdominal mass. Urinalysis showed an inappropriate urine specific gravity (1.014). CBC was within normal limits but elevated creatinine was present on serum biochemistry.
Early lymphoma and hepatic lipidosis in a 10 year old FS DSH cat
A 10-year-old FS DSH cat was presented for weight loss, vomiting, and anorexia. On physical examination, the patient was quiet and cachexic. The patient had lost 5-pounds over seven months, was tachycardic, and had thickened intestines and small kidneys. CBC showed lymphopenia, polycythemia, and thrombocytopenia. On blood chemistry, there was elevated ALP, ALT, and hyperbilirubinemia….
Intestinal Lymphocytic Lymphoma in a 16 year old FS DSH cat
This FS 16-year-old DSH presented for anorexia, weight loss and PU/PD. Physical exam revealed a poor body condition, small irregular kidneys and a palpable intestinal thickening. Blood analysis demonstrated moderately elevated BUN and moderately elevated creatinine with a mild amylase elevation. Urinalysis demonstrated evidence of urinary tract infection and isosthenuria. Radiographs demonstrated a mid abdominal…