Lymphosarcoma Flashcards
1
Q
what are the 2 forms of lymphosarcoma in cows
A
non viral/sporadic –>young animals, VERY rare, not ass. with BLV
adult/viral–>ass. with BLV
2
Q
CS of sporadic calf form of LS (lymphosarcoma) and ddx
A
big lymph nodes
ddx: infections
3
Q
CS of the thymic form of sporadic LS and ddx?
A
mass at thoracic inlet
ddx: abscess if hot, edema from CV disease, hematoma from trauma,
4
Q
CS of cutaneous sporadic LS
A
raised ulcerated lesions with necrotic centers, progressive, usually T cell lymphoma
5
Q
BLV infects what cell type
A
B cells
6
Q
characteristics of BLV ass. LS?
A
slow spread, cows usually more than 4yo, more common in dairy, gradual loss of condition, decrease in milk
