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Felint lymfom

Also known as: Lymfosarkom

Lymfom er en af de hyppigste kræftformer hos katte, opstået ved ondartet omdannelse af lymfocytter, og rammer oftest tarmen, men også brysthulen, nyrerne, næsen og andre steder. Historisk forbundet med felint leukæmivirus forekommer mange moderne tilfælde hos ældre, virusnegative katte. Den reagerer ofte godt på kemoterapi.

Quick facts

Type:
Neoplasia
Typical onset:
Chronic
Body systems:
Hemolymphatic, Gastrointestinal
Affected species:
CAT

Sources & references

  • Cornell University CVM — Overview of feline lymphoma, its forms, link to feline leukemia virus and response to chemotherapy.
  • Merck Veterinary Manual — Describes the clinical forms, diagnosis and treatment of lymphoma in cats.

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