Radiological and ultrasonographic comparative findings in a cat with multiple neoplasm – case report

Abstract

Biological material. A 12 years old, 4 kg, Persian mixt cat was evaluated because of multiple nodular formation on chest and abdomen, inapetence, dyspnea, and weight loss. A full body imaging examination was performed that included a radiographic examination of the thorax and abdomen, ultrasound evaluation of the abdominal organs, and TAP (thorax, abdomen, and pelvis) CT examination with contrast agent. Radiologic and ultrasonographic findings. Radiological examination show infiltrative densification in the lungs, CT examination highlight multiple nodules in the lungs and metastatic neoplasm in the abdominal organs, those being missed by the ultrasound examination. Conclusion. Imaging technique such as digital radiography, ultrasonography and Computed Tomography have to be use as routine exam in diagnostic, evaluation and staging of different neoplasm in cat. Using only one imaging technique in neoplasm diagnostic imply a high chance to miss important aspects.