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Left ventricular fibrosarcoma in a 4‐year‐old labrador

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: A 4‐year‐old, male, neutered labrador presented for investigations into a single episode of collapse and an intracardiac mass. Echocardiography and computed tomography confirmed the presence of a large soft tissue mass within the left ventricular lumen, which nearly obstructed the left ventricular outflow tract. Chemotherapy treatment with epirubicin was initiated; however, the patient suffered from sudden collapse and death the following day. Gross postmortem examination, as well as histopathological and immunohistochemical findings, were compatible with a fibrosarcoma.

Source: Veterinary Record Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/vrc2.70400

Authors: Natalia Caldecott, Radu Constantinescu, Catherine Ennett, Tsumugi Anne Kurosawa, David Brewer

Institution: University of Nottingham

Language: English

Topic: Cardiac tumors and thrombi

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $1,480