Reports of cystic thyroid and parathyroid masses in cats are uncommon. Herein, the authors describe a series of four cats with cystic ventral cervical lesions, among them thyroid cyst (n=1), thyroid cystadenoma (n=2), and parathyroid adenocarcinoma (n=1). Presentations ranged from completely asymptomatic cervical swellings to signs related to local compression of adjacent structures (e.g., trachea). Ultrasonographic evaluation was helpful in localization of the mass in two cases. Hormone analysis and concentration of cystic fluid were performed in one cat. Surgical excision was performed successfully in three cases. Histopathological examination was performed in all four cases. Long-term prognosis was excellent for those cases in which follow-up was available.
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July 01 2003
Cystic Thyroid and Parathyroid Lesions in Cats
Dianne E. Phillips, DVM, BSc;
Dianne E. Phillips, DVM, BSc
Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Department of Clinical Sciences, Kansas State University, 1800 Denison Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66506-5606
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MaryAnn G. Radlinsky, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVS;
MaryAnn G. Radlinsky, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVS
Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Department of Clinical Sciences, Kansas State University, 1800 Denison Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66506-5606
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Julie R. Fischer, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM;
Julie R. Fischer, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM
Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Department of Clinical Sciences, Kansas State University, 1800 Denison Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66506-5606
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David S. Biller, DVM, Diplomate ACVR
David S. Biller, DVM, Diplomate ACVR
Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Department of Clinical Sciences, Kansas State University, 1800 Denison Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66506-5606
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J Am Anim Hosp Assoc (2003) 39 (4): 349–354.
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Dianne E. Phillips, MaryAnn G. Radlinsky, Julie R. Fischer, David S. Biller; Cystic Thyroid and Parathyroid Lesions in Cats. J Am Anim Hosp Assoc 1 July 2003; 39 (4): 349–354. doi: https://doi.org/10.5326/0390349
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