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Mycobacterium porcinum causing panniculitis in the cat
Allison Cox1, Tyler J Udenberg1
1North West Veterinary Dermatology Services, 1380 Kootenay Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V5K 4R1.
Summary
A cat diagnosed with mycobacterial panniculitis due to Mycobacterium porcinum showed complete recovery after antibiotic treatment. This case highlights a rare feline infection and its successful management.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Dermatology
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
Background:
- Mycobacterial infections are uncommon in domestic cats.
- Panniculitis, inflammation of subcutaneous fat, can have various causes.
Observation:
- A 4-year-old domestic shorthair cat presented with chronic ventral abdominal nodules and draining tracts.
- Histopathology revealed acid-fast bacilli, and culture identified Mycobacterium porcinum.
Findings:
- Successful treatment of feline Mycobacterium porcinum infection with pradofloxacin and doxycycline.
- Clinical resolution of mycobacterial panniculitis was achieved with no recurrence at 7 months.
Implications:
- This case report is the first clinical description of Mycobacterium porcinum infection in a cat.
- It highlights a challenging diagnostic and therapeutic entity for veterinarians.
