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Subdural fluid accumulation with two meningiomas in a cat
Mohammad Momin Iqbal1, Rachel Lampe1, Silke Hecht2
1Canada West Veterinary Specialists, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Summary
A rare case report details a feline meningioma diagnosis in a cat exhibiting neurological signs. This study highlights concurrent subdural fluid accumulation, a previously unreported finding in multiple feline meningiomas.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Neurology
- Comparative Pathology
Background:
- Meningiomas are common primary brain tumors in cats.
- Subdural fluid accumulation can occur secondary to various intracranial pathologies.
Observation:
- A 13-year-old domestic shorthair cat presented with behavioral changes and progressive forebrain neurological deficits.
- Advanced imaging revealed two extra-axial masses and a significant subdural fluid collection.
- Histopathological analysis confirmed the masses as multiple meningiomas.
- Analysis of the subdural fluid indicated it was cerebrospinal fluid.
Findings:
- This is the first reported case of multiple feline meningiomas associated with peritumoral subdural fluid accumulation.
- The findings suggest a potential link between complex meningioma presentations and cerebrospinal fluid dynamics in cats.
Implications:
- This case expands the understanding of meningioma manifestations in felines.
- It underscores the importance of advanced imaging and detailed histopathology for accurate diagnosis.
- Further research may elucidate the mechanisms behind subdural fluid accumulation in feline brain tumors.
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