Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Myoblastoma. Equine granular cell tumor.
- Journal:
- Modern veterinary practice
- Year:
- 1980
- Authors:
- Nickels, F A et al.
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
A Thoroughbred mare had a tumor in one of her lungs, which was initially thought to be caused by a long-term breathing problem similar to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. However, after careful examination using imaging and a scope, the veterinarians were able to correctly identify the tumor. Further tests, including checking her blood gases and looking closely at her lung tissue, confirmed that she did not have the obstructive lung disease. The accurate diagnosis was confirmed after a thorough examination following her passing.
Abstract
A unilateral pulmonary granular cell tumor occurred in a Thoroughbred mare with longstanding respiratory disease wrongly attributed to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The clinical features, radiology and endoscopic appearance permitted an accurate diagnosis, which was supported by subsequent necropsy and histologic examination. Obstructive pulmonary disease was ruled out after measurement of arterial blood gases and maximum intrathoracic pressure changes, and after microscopic examination of the lung.
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