Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Cat with metastatic minor salivary gland cancer in mouth and lungs
By Burek, K A et al.·Published in Zentralblatt fur Veterinarmedizin. Reihe A·1994·University of California, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Metastatic adenocarcinoma of a minor salivary gland in a cat.
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Plain-English summary
A 13-year-old domestic shorthair cat was diagnosed with a rare type of cancer that started in a minor salivary gland. The tumor was growing aggressively and had spread to nearby lymph nodes and the lungs. This type of cancer is uncommon in pets, and treatment options may vary based on the extent of the disease. It's important for pet owners to discuss any unusual growths or symptoms in their cats with a veterinarian for proper evaluation and care.
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Abstract
Neoplasms derived from salivary glands are uncommon in domestic animals and descriptions of neoplasms derived from minor salivary glands are quite rare. A primary neoplasm derived from a minor salivary gland is described in a 13-year-old domestic shorthair cat. The oral neoplasm was locally invasive, and had metastasized to the regional lymph nodes and hilus of the lungs.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7863740/