Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
How vets diagnose lymphoma in dogs
By Altman, Norman H. & Squire, Robert A.·Published in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association·1970·From the Johns Hopkins Medical School, Departments of Laboratory Animal Medicine and Pathology, Baltimore, Md. 21205, when Dr. Altman is a fellow and Dr. Squire is an associate professor.·View original on Crossref →
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Original publication title: Diagnosis of Canine Lymphoma
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A dog with swollen lymph nodes was brought to the vet for evaluation, as the owner noticed unusual lumps and signs of weight loss. The veterinarian performed a physical exam and a lymph node biopsy to determine if the dog had lymphoma, a type of cancer affecting the lymphatic system. Early signs of lymphoma can include swollen lymph nodes, and in some cases, the spleen or tonsils may also be enlarged. The biopsy results are crucial for confirming the diagnosis and distinguishing lymphoma from other conditions. Treatment options may include chemotherapy, which can help manage the disease and improve the dog's quality of life.
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Abstract
SUMMARY Primary neoplasms of the lymphatic system can manifest themselves as solid tumors (lymphosarcoma) or leukemias, or both. In its broadest sense, lymphoma is used to designate both conditions. Diagnosis of lymphoma requires correlation of physical and hematologic examinations and lymph node biopsy. Early clinical signs are usually peripheral lymphadenopathy and, occasionally, splenomegaly and tonsillar enlargement. Because lymphoma can originate in almost any organ, however, the clinician should be aware of unusual presentations. Late manifestations are variable, depending on organs involved, and may include such signs as anemia, fever, and weight loss. Hematologically, nonspecific leukocytosis often occurs; however, frank leukemia develops in less than 50% of all affected dogs. Lymph node biopsy is essential to differentiate lymphoma from non-neoplastic lymphadenopathy.
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Search related cases →Original publication on Crossref: https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.1970.157.11.1676