Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Cat diagnosed with rare blood lymphoma and possible brain spread
By Mauri, N et al.·Published in Schweizer Archiv fur Tierheilkunde·2023·Vetimage Diagnostik GmbH·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Large granular lymphocyte lymphoma with leukemic phase and suspicion of leptomeningeal lymphomatosis in a cat - a case report.
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Plain-English summary
A 12-year-old female domestic short hair cat was diagnosed with a rare type of cancer called large granular lymphocyte lymphoma, which can affect the blood and potentially the brain. The diagnosis was supported by blood tests and imaging that suggested the cancer might also be affecting her brain's protective layers. Unfortunately, this type of lymphoma can be aggressive, and treatment options may vary depending on the individual case. It's important for pet owners to discuss specific treatment plans with their veterinarian if they suspect similar symptoms in their pets.
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Abstract
In this case report we present a feline large granular lymphocyte (LGL) lymphoma, a rare morphologically distinct subtype of lymphoma, in a twelve-year-old female spayed domestic short hair cat, with high suspicion of leptomeningeal lymphomatosis due to magnetic resonance imaging findings and results of cerebral spinal fluid analyses. Diagnosis of LGL lymphoma was confirmed by means of blood cytology and polymerase chain reaction for antigen receptor rearrangements.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37646099/