Use of standing computed tomography for the diagnosis of a primary respiratory adenocarcinoma in a scarlet macaw (ara macao)

An adult female scarlet macaw (Ara macao) was referred for evaluation of increased respiratory noise. Previous treatment with antibiotic agents by the referring veterinarian did not improve clinical signs. Upon presentation, when manually restrained, the patient became severely tachypneic with increased respiratory effort. Standing whole body radiographic images revealed a soft-tissue mass at the cranial aspect of the cardiac silhouette, but the origin of the mass could not be ascertained due to superimposed structures.
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Tags: Case Report Source Type: research