Mesenteric metastasis of granulosa cell tumor in a bitch: a case report

Abstract

Anamnesis: A 5-year-old mixed breed entire bitch was presented with bloody vaginal discharge and abdominal distension. Clinical and laboratory findings: Physical examination and abdominal ultrasonography suggested the presence of a left ovarian tumor. At histopathological examination it was diagnosed as granulosa cell tumor. Treatment approach: An exploratory laparotomy was performed followed by ovariohysterectomy to remove the intra-abdominal mass. Conclusion: The clinical, ultrasonographic and histologic signs in this case support other literature reports. Ultrasonography, in combination with histopathologic analysis is a fundamental tool for detection of ovarian tumors, especially tumors of the granulosa cells.

Keywords

• bitch
• canine
• carcinoma
• echography
• granulosa
• histopathology
• histology
• neoplasia
• reproductive system
• ovary
• ovarian cancer
• ovarian tumor
• tumor
• ultrasound
• ultrasonography
• vaginal discharge
• veterinary pathology