Malignant plasma cell neoplasia in ferrets: a review of six cases

This article reviews the clinical findings for 6 ferrets with histopathologically-confirmed malignant cell neoplasia. The most common clinical sign was hind limb ataxia or paresis (5/6), while hyperglobulinemia was identified as the most consistent hematologic abnormality (5/6) between cases. At the time of diagnosis, the malignancy had disseminated into> 4 locations in the majority of ferret patients. The clinical presentation of malignant plasma cell tumors in the ferret may be similar to that of multiple myeloma in other species.
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Source Type: research