Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Synovial cysts linked to elbow arthritis in cats
By Stead, A C et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·1995·Department of Veterinary Clinical Studies, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Synovial cysts in cats.
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
Three cats with swelling around their elbow joints were found to have synovial cysts, which are fluid-filled sacs that can develop due to joint issues. Despite surgery to remove or drain the cysts, the relief was only temporary, and all the cats also had osteoarthritis, a common joint condition that can cause pain and stiffness. This means that while the cysts were treated, the underlying arthritis still needed to be managed for long-term comfort.
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Abstract
The clinical and radiographic appearance and histological findings in three cats with cystic extensions of the elbow joint capsule are described. The condition was only temporarily alleviated by surgical excision or drainage. In all cases the condition was associated with osteoarthritis.
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