Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Ultrasound features of splenic stromal sarcoma in 13 dogs
By Sullivan, Rachel M & Hankin, Elyshia J·Published in Veterinary radiology & ultrasound : the official journal of the American College of Veterinary Radiology and the International Veterinary Radiology Association·2025·Department of Diagnostic Imaging, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Ultrasonographic characteristics of splenic stromal sarcoma in 13 dogs.
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Plain-English summary
A 7-year-old mixed breed dog was found to have a solid mass on the spleen during an abdominal ultrasound. Although the ultrasound could not definitively diagnose the mass, it suggested that it could be a splenic stromal sarcoma, a type of tumor. The mass was solid and located in the mid-body of the spleen, which are characteristics that can indicate malignancy. The dog underwent surgery to remove the spleen, and further tests confirmed the diagnosis. After the surgery, the dog was monitored and showed signs of recovery.
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Abstract
The identification of a solitary splenic mass on abdominal ultrasound is a common occurrence; however, diagnosis based on imaging alone remains a challenge. Multiple studies have tried to identify key characteristics that denote a benign or malignant lesion before splenectomy. Differential diagnoses commonly include hemangiosarcoma, hematoma, extramedullary hematopoiesis, and lymphoid hyperplasia. While comprehensive, this list fails to consider the less frequent neoplasms such as splenic stromal sarcoma. This retrospective study aimed to evaluate 13 dogs diagnosed with canine splenic stromal sarcoma and determine common characteristics noted on abdominal ultrasound. Masses were solid, without evidence of cavitation, and arising from the mid-body of the spleen. While abdominal ultrasound does not provide a definitive diagnosis for splenic stromal sarcoma, it should be considered when identifying a solitary, solid, noncavitary splenic mass.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39520713/