Two dogs were evaluated because of a recurrent left‐sided facial swelling. In Case 1, computed tomography (CT) demonstrated a tubular fluid‐filled mass associated with the left parotid salivary gland and extending to the oral region. On oral examination, no parotid duct papilla was identified, raising the suspicion of an obstruction at the level of the papilla itself, causing secondary ectasia of the duct. Marsupialisation of the duct was performed, but the swelling did not completely reduce. In Case 2, CT revealed a spherical fluid‐filled mass, intimately associated with the left parotid gland and extending cranially. On oral examination, an extension from the mass could be followed rostrally to the level of the oral mucosa, caudal to the maxillary fourth premolar, but the papilla was not visible. No surgery was performed. According to our review of literature, this report represents the first description of CT findings for parotid duct ectasia.
This case report describes a dog with an infiltrative intramuscular lipoma in the antebrachium, presenting with chronic left forelimb lameness and altered posture of the digits. Computed tomography showed a fat-attenuating mass displacing the flexor tendons. The mass was surgically excised along with the affected muscle belly and tendon; histopathological examination revealed infiltration of adipose tissue cells within the muscle belly and tendon sheath of the deep digital flexor muscle. After removal of the lipoma, lameness resolved, full ambulatory function returned, without recurrence at 1 year follow-up.
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