Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Feline small cell lymphosarcoma versus inflammatory bowel disease: treatment and prognosis.
- Journal:
- Compendium (Yardley, PA)
- Year:
- 2013
- Authors:
- de Rezende, Chirstian Eriksson & Al-Ghazlat, Suliman
- Affiliation:
- BluePearl Veterinary Partners · United States
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
Feline inflammatory bowel disease is a condition that can cause long-term stomach issues in cats, leading to symptoms like weight loss, changes in appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, and low energy. However, a similar condition called intestinal small cell lymphosarcoma can show the same signs, making it hard for vets to tell them apart. To help with this diagnosis, tests like immunohistochemistry and polymerase chain reaction can be done on samples taken from the intestines. These tests can provide clearer information to help determine the right treatment and prognosis for your cat.
Abstract
Feline inflammatory bowel disease is a diagnosis of exclusion and a common cause of chronic gastrointestinal signs suhc as weight loss, variation in appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy. Patients with intestinal small cell lymphosarcoma can present identical clinical signs, and differentiating between these two conditions can be a challenge. A companion article discusses the value of performing immunohistochemistry and polymerase chain reaction testing on intestinal biopsy samples for this purpose.
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