Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Miniature schnauzer with brain and lung histiocytic sarcoma masses
By Hicks, Jill et al.·Published in Veterinary radiology & ultrasound : the official journal of the American College of Veterinary Radiology and the International Veterinary Radiology Association·2018·Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Canine histiocytic sarcoma presenting as a target lesion on brain magnetic resonance imaging and as a solitary pulmonary mass.
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Plain-English summary
A 6-year-old female miniature schnauzer was brought in for generalized seizures and worsening neurological issues. Imaging tests showed a large mass in her lung and another mass in her brain that had a unique "target" appearance. Both masses were diagnosed as histiocytic sarcoma, a type of cancer. Unfortunately, this condition can be aggressive, and treatment options may vary, so it's important for pet owners to discuss the best course of action with their veterinarian.
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Abstract
A 6-year-old spayed female miniature schnauzer presented with generalized seizures and progressive multifocal intracranial neurologic disease. Thoracic radiographs and computed tomography (CT) revealed a large solitary pulmonary mass within the right cranial lung lobe. On brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), a solitary intraparenchymal mass within the left piriform lobe had a "target" appearance on both pre- and postcontrast sequences. Cerebrospinal fluid was unremarkable and histopathology indicated both masses represented histiocytic sarcoma. This case represents an uncommonly reported MRI appearance of histiocytic sarcoma in the canine brain and a large, solitary-appearing pulmonary histiocytic sarcoma in the same dog.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28419635/