Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with ear hematoma caused by multiple myeloma blood disorder
By Kanstinger, Alina et al.·Published in Tierarztliche Praxis. Ausgabe K, Kleintiere/Heimtiere·2024·Kleintierklinik Ettlingen·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: [Unilateral othematoma as the only symptom in a dog with multiple myeloma].
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Plain-English summary
A 9-year-old mixed-breed dog was brought to the vet with a swollen ear, known as an othematoma, which was the only noticeable symptom. After running tests, the vet found that the dog had high levels of certain proteins in the blood and low platelet counts, indicating a serious condition called multiple myeloma, a type of cancer affecting blood cells. This case is unique because the othematoma was linked to the dog's underlying blood disorder. Treatment for multiple myeloma can vary, so it's important for pet owners to discuss options with their veterinarian.
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Abstract
An acute, unilateral othematoma was diagnosed in a 9-year-old mixed-breed dog. There was no clinical or anamnestic evidence for the cause of the othematoma. During diagnostic work-up, marked hyperglobulinemia and marked thrombocytopenia were detected. This was a consequence of a multiple myeloma. This is the first case report of a dog with othematoma secondary to coagulopathy associated with multiple myeloma.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38925136/