Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Ultrasound diagnosis of adrenal cancer in a 9-year-old female dog
By Liste, F et al.·Published in The Veterinary record·1997·Departamento de Patologí, Spain·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Ultrasonographic diagnosis of an adrenocortical carcinoma in a dog.
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Plain-English summary
A 9-year-old female Drahthaar was diagnosed with an adrenocortical carcinoma, a type of cancer affecting the adrenal gland. During an ultrasound, the vet found a large mass near the left kidney, along with signs of liver issues and fluid in the abdomen. The right adrenal gland appeared smaller than normal, indicating it was affected by the cancer. The diagnosis was confirmed with further testing. Unfortunately, this type of cancer can spread to other organs, so treatment options should be discussed with your veterinarian.
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Abstract
The ultrasonographic findings in a nine-year-old female Drahthaar with an adrenocortical carcinoma of the left adrenal gland are described. Examination of the abdomen revealed a large, hypoechoic mass cranial to the left kidney. Areas of calcification inside the mass and the lateral displacement of the caudal vena cava were assessed. The right adrenal gland was thinner and smaller than normal. Several target-like lesions were present in the hepatic parenchyma. A moderate amount of haemorrhagic abdominal fluid was also present. The ultrasonographic findings were consistent with this type of adrenal neoplasia which produces atrophy of the contralateral gland and frequently metastasises to the liver. The ultrasonographic diagnosis of adrenocortical carcinoma was confirmed by histopathological examination.
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