Multicentric T‐cell lymphoma presenting as inferior palpebral swelling in a Standardbred mare |
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| Authors: | DI Rendle KJ Hughes C Farish A Kessell |
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| Institution: | 1. Veterinary Clinical Centre, Charles Sturt University, , Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia;2. Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Charles Sturt University, , Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia |
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| Abstract: | A 6‐year‐old Standardbred mare that presented with bilateral palpebral swelling and a left corneal ulcer was diagnosed with a multicentric T‐cell lymphoma. Other clinical findings included submandibular lymphadenopathy and oedema, pharyngeal oedema and rhinitis. Prior to euthanasia the horse developed keratomalacia, the onset of which was coincidental with the use of high doses of topical and systemic corticosteroids. Although an unusual presentation, palpebral swelling should be considered as a clinical sign of lymphoma. |
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| Keywords: | horses immunohistochemistry lymphoma palpebral swelling |
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