Retrobulbar lymphoma associated with a ballistic foreign body in a cat. (20th August 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Robat, C.; Bemelmans, I.; Marescaux, L.
• Is Part Of: Journal of small animal practice. Volume 57:Number 4(2016)
• Page Start: 217
• Page End: 219
• Publication Date: 2015-08-20
• Subjects: Veterinary medicine -- Periodicals; Veterinary Medicine -- Periodicals; 636.089
• DOI: 10.1111/jsap.12394
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0022-4510

Abstract

Abstract : A seven‐year‐old domestic shorthair cat, adopted 5 years previously with a corneal perforation of the left eye, was presented for investigation of a left orbital mass. Computed tomography revealed a metallic foreign body within a contrast‐enhancing, heterogeneous orbital mass. Large cell lymphoma was diagnosed from a fine needle aspirate. The cat staged negatively and was treated with l‐asparaginase, prednisolone and three fractions of radiation therapy. A rapid clinical remission was obtained and the cat remained in remission for 3 years after therapy. This is the first report of large cell lymphoma likely occurring secondary to a foreign body.