Pathology of the Pleura Flashcards
1
Q
In what species is chylothorax most often diagnosed?
A
cats
2
Q
What is the cytologic appearance of chylothorax?
A
many small lymphocytes in pinkish white effusion
3
Q
What are possible causes of chylothorax?
A
obstruction of thoracic duct by lymphoma, thymoma, and granuloma
4
Q
How can feline infectious peritonitis affect the lung and pleura?
A
feline coronavirus causes yellow-tan pyogranulomatous foci on the pleura of the lungs
5
Q
What is the cytologic appearance of feline infectious peritonitis?
A
macrophages and neutrophils
6
Q
What is the most common primary neoplasm arising from parietal or visceral pleura?
A
mesothelioma
