Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with painless lump near hip diagnosed as ganglion cyst
By Issa Carolina García Reynoso et al.·Published in Open Veterinary Journal·2025·Mexicali–San Felipe Highway, Km 3.5, Laguna Campestre, ZIP 21387, Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico, LY·View original on DOAJ →
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Original publication title: Cytological diagnosis of ganglion cyst in a dog: A case report from a resource-limited setting
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Plain-English summary
A young female Dalmatian developed a painless, movable lump about 6 cm in size near her back leg. A vet used a fine needle to take a sample from the lump, which showed it was a ganglion cyst, a rare type of fluid-filled sac. This case emphasizes how useful simple tests like fine-needle aspiration can be, especially when more advanced diagnostic tools aren't available. The dog was diagnosed accurately, allowing for appropriate management of her condition.
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Abstract
Background: Ganglion cysts (GCs) are rare conditions in both dogs and humans; thus, descriptions that aid in diagnosis are scarce; however, some differences exist that help us distinguish between them. Case Description: This case report presents a young female Dalmatian who developed a subcutaneous 6-cm nodule near the right ischial tuberosity, with irregular borders, slight mobility, and no pain. Fine needle aspiration cytology revealed a viscous, mucinous aspirate with sparse cellular content consistent with a GC. In this report, we discuss the most relevant findings observed under optical microscopy, present clinical data specific to this patient, and highlight the differences between ganglion and synovial cysts. Conclusion: This case highlights the diagnostic value of fine-needle aspiration cytology, especially in settings with limited access to advanced diagnostic techniques. [Open Vet. J. 2025; 15(9.000): 4755-4758]
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Search related cases →Original publication on DOAJ: https://doi.org/10.5455/OVJ.2025.v15.i9.81