Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with seizures and blindness diagnosed with meningeal
By Mateo, I et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2010·Resonancia Magné, Spain·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Meningeal carcinomatosis in a dog: magnetic resonance imaging features and pathological correlation.
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Plain-English summary
A six-year-old crossbreed dog was brought in after experiencing seizures for four months that didn't respond to medication, along with sudden blindness. An MRI scan revealed cyst-like structures and nodules in the brain's protective layers, indicating a serious condition called meningeal carcinomatosis, which is cancer affecting the brain's membranes. Unfortunately, the dog's condition was severe, and treatment options were limited. The dog’s neurological status declined significantly, indicating a poor prognosis.
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Abstract
A six-year-old cross breed dog was presented with a four-month history of seizure activity, which was unresponsive to anticonvulsive therapy and an acute deterioration in neurological status, evident as central blindness. Cyst-like structures and nodular enhancement within the subarachnoid space were shown on a magnetic resonance image (MRI) scan. Histopathological examination of brain tissue was consistent with meningeal carcinomatosis.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20137009/