Feline Lymphoma: Forget All You Thought You Knew About Lymphoma, Because Cats

Lymphoma is a systemic disease of the lymphatic system. The most commonly known type of lymphoma is found in canines and causes generalized peripheral lymphadenopathy. In cats, everything is different. Feline lymphoma poses complex challenges in veterinary medicine due to its diverse anatomical presentations and intricate diagnostic and therapeutic considerations. This presentation explores various types of feline lymphoma, including gastrointestinal, mediastinal, nasal, renal, nodal, cutaneous, and central nervous system lymphomas, emphasizing their clinical presentations and diagnostic methods. Grading lymphomas aids in treatment planning, with low-grade lymphomas generally associated with better outcomes. Treatment strategies, primarily chemotherapy-based, vary depending on subtype, grade, and stage. The presentation concludes with the importance of ongoing research into personalized therapeutic approaches to improve outcomes and quality of life for affected cats.