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Lymphocele in a cat
K M Reynhout1, J Kirpensteijn, C E Layton
1Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Kansas State University, Manhattan 66506.
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|February 1, 1994
Summary
A cat
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Comparative Pathology
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Lymphoceles, fluid-filled sacs of lymphatic fluid, can occur in animals.
- Causes of lymphoceles in felines are not well understood.
- This case explores a potential acquired lymphocele in a domestic cat.
Observation:
- A 21-month-old domestic shorthair cat presented with chronic swelling of the left hind limb.
- Diagnostic imaging and cytology suggested a lymphocele.
- Lymphangiography identified the lymphocele and collateral lymphatic channels.
Findings:
- Surgical excision of the lymphocele and associated fatty tissue was performed.
- Three aberrant lymphatic vessels were ligated.
- Histopathology confirmed the cyst wall composition and identified an inflammatory nodule, ruling out neoplasia.
Implications:
- This case suggests acquired lymphoceles may occur in felines, potentially secondary to trauma or surgery.
- Surgical intervention, including excision and vessel ligation, proved effective.
- Further research into the etiology and treatment of feline lymphoceles is warranted.