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Splenic lymphosarcoma in a horse.

B Nyack, C L Padmore, D Dunn

    Modern Veterinary Practice
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    A case study details a Tennessee Walker gelding diagnosed with lymphosarcoma. This equine cancer involved multiple organs, leading to severe clinical signs and ultimately the horse's death.

    Area of Science:

    • Veterinary Medicine
    • Equine Oncology
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • A 10-year-old Tennessee Walker gelding presented with chronic weight loss, colic, and lethargy.
    • Clinical signs included fever, tachycardia, tachypnea, pallor, ascites, and ventral edema.

    Observation:

    • Bloodwork revealed anemia, leukocytosis with neutrophilia and a left shift, lymphopenia, monocytosis, and hypoproteinemia.
    • Abdominocentesis yielded red-orange fluid with numerous red blood cells and elevated fibrinogen.
    • Rectal palpation identified a large mass in the left caudal abdomen.

    Findings:

    • Histopathology confirmed lymphosarcoma involving the spleen, liver, and lungs.
    • The equine patient succumbed shortly after surgical mass resection.

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    Implications:

    • This case highlights the aggressive nature of disseminated lymphosarcoma in horses.
    • Early diagnosis and understanding of clinical presentations are crucial for equine oncology.
    • Further research into equine lymphoma is warranted to improve treatment outcomes.