Computed tomographic findings in 25 cats with ear canal neoplasia.

ABSTRACT: Computed tomography is commonly used to evaluate feline otic disease; however, published studies characterizing the CT appearance of ear canal neoplasia are limited. The purpose of this multicenter, retrospective, secondary analysis, cross-sectional study was to describe the CT features of histopathologically confirmed feline ear canal neoplasia. The CT studies of 25 cats with ear canal neoplasia were prospectively scored by consensus of two veterinary radiologists. Recorded parameters were the presence of focal or multifocal tissue enlargement (mass/masses), lesion shape, location of the center of mass, attenuation characteristics, features of contrast enhancement, involvement of otic structures, calvarial and brain changes, changes of nearby structures, and lymphadenopathy. There was a s

SUBMITTER: Wisnoski M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11649876 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature