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Peer-reviewed veterinary case report

Retro-orbital and disseminated B-cell lymphoma in a yellow-collared macaw.

Journal:
The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
Year:
2017
Authors:
Le, Kim et al.
Affiliation:
Department of Clinical Studies (MacKenzie · Canada
Species:
bird

Abstract

A yellow-collared macaw was presented with unilateral left exophthalmia. The complete blood cell count and biochemistry revealed a heterophilic leukocytosis and elevation in liver parameters, respectively. A computed tomography scan showed a contrast-enhancing retrobulbar mass and hepatomegaly. Cytology of the liver was consistent with a round cell tumor, most likely lymphoma. The bird died after 2 months of palliative care. Postmortem examination confirmed a retro-orbital and disseminated B-cell lymphoma.

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Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28698688/