Guest greytmonty Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 (edited) I cannot even fully digest the information I received this afternoon, starting with this email from Dr. Marin at OSU: (you may remember Monty's pathology reports were all in disagreement with each other and our onco vet wanted IHC testing done, which OSU did this week for free): Hi Karen, we have good news!! Dr. Couto and Dr. Weisbrode (one of the pathologist) review Monty’s slide, they both called it Plasma cell tumor, which is a benign tumor. When plasma cell tumors are completely excised, the prognosis is good, and further chemo is not needed. I am ccing Dr. Couto in case you have specific questions for him. Please keep us posted. I then forwarded it to Dr. Overley who called me in 2 minutes and then called Dr. Couto one minute later. Here is her email: Dr. Couto is VERY confident it is a plasma cell tumor. He said their pathologist diagnosed it on low power as one, which means he was really confident. You can request to have the slides sent here, and I would try to have them reviewed at Penn or just look myself (though not a pathologist), but I would go with their diagnosis. I would not treat Monty with chemotherapy in that case, particularly since he is a young dog. I would clear up the infection and return in one month for an ultrasound to recheck the draining lymph nodes and the incision site. This is because the draining nodes were enlarged before. It takes awhile for them to decrease in size after an infection. Certainly, it's work bringing him in for a check up in 2 weeks, but that would mostly be if there were other problems. The bottom line is that it often pays to question things which don't seem to be what one expects. It didn't behave like a high grade LSA or like a cutaneous LSA does. I will still look to see who the original pathologist was. I assume he diagnosed from the same slides? It might be worth calling Antech, explaining that two other pathologists reviewed the case and achieved a different diagnosis, and asking Antech if their pathologists could re-review the slides and achieve a consensus there. They should do that for free. But bottom line is that I am going with the diagnosis of plasma cell tumor. It's still a rare and odd tumor, but it is benign most of the time. Based on the information I have, I would submit the slides for path review before continuing any chemotherapy, and I would still do an ultrasound to check the lymph nodes in one month. Hope this helps? Beth I am crying, in shock, cannot believe it, so happy, sad for all he has been through. To quote a movie line, "I don't know whether to sh-- or go blind". Sorry for the crude reference. I am in shock. THANK GOD FOR DR. COUTO AND OSU. Edited January 26, 2009 by greytmonty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaisyDoodle Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Wow, just wow! Terrific news! Quote DonnaMolly the Border Collie & Poquita the American-born Podenga Bridge Babies: Daisy (Positive Delta) 8/7/2000 - 4/6/2115, Agnes--angel Sage's baby (Regall Rosario) 11/12/01 - 12/18/13, Lucky the mix (Found, w 10 puppies 8/96-Bridge 7/28/11, app. age 16) & CoCo (Cosmo Comet) 12/28/89-5/4/04 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DebR Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 YAYYYY, wow what a relief that news is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ScottH Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 :confetti Great News! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Oh Karen, how utterly fabulous. Monty deserves that diagnosis more than words can express. I too am trying tears of happiness for you and Monty. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ml529 Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 OH MY GOD OH MY GOD OH MY GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am dancing around here with Minnie, we are SOOOOOOOO Happy for you!!!! Quote Melanie and Eric with Leminim and Eieio and silly kitty Elsa.See you again someday, my sweet Payton (Flying Payton May 9, 2000-March 18, 2012) Missing my sweet JJ, world's sweetest cat (April 1997-November 30, 2015)Stealing food in heaven, my darling Minnie (2006-April 21, 2016) Reunited with her favorite person in heaven, my Dad, Satin the skittish kitty (2002-May 7, 2016) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Yay for Monty, Yay for you, and Yay for Dr Couto and his team at OSU. Quote Casual Bling & Hope for HoundsJanet & the hounds Maggie and Allen Missing my baby girl Peanut, old soul Jake, quirky Jet, Mama Grandy and my old Diva Miz Foxy; my angel, my inspiration. You all brought so much into my light, and taught me so much about the power of love, you are with me always.If you get the chance to sit it out or dance.......... I hope you dance! Missing our littlest girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Great news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest K9_Lady Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 OSU Rocks!! Great news for Monty and You!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Tears of absolute joy here too - this is INCREDIBLE, FABULOUS news. We are celebrating with you, and looking forward to Monty healing well and getting back to being a joyous, fast running dog. Hugs of celebration Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytbookert Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 What wonderful, wonderful news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SoulsMom Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Yay for Monty, Yay for you, and Yay for Dr Couto and his team at OSU. Ditto!!! What utterly fantastic news to read tonight! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 (edited) OH........MY.........God!!!!! Can you fricken believe this. I can't even put into words how I feel Monty FINALLY caught his break!!! Edited January 23, 2009 by cbudshome Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FountainLady Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 :confetti Great News! Yes !!!!! Woo HOO !!!!! Quote CORY and CRICKET - Solitary Tremble & CASPER - Pj's Mia Farrow* With CAPT. GUS - Solitary Trigger, RAINY - Peach Rain, PUP - Red Zepher, DOC - CTW Fort Sumpterand MAX - Shiowa's Silver Maxamillion / Afghan .... all waiting at the bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maryz Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 OMG! What fantastic news! I am soooooooooooo happy for you and Monty! Quote Mary, mom to kitty Rebel.Always missing Sherri (SO DELICIOUS) (12/6/2005-8/29/2018) kitties Marley (4/2000-12/3/2015) and Beady (4/1998-2/24/2006) and Dalmatian Daisy (7/25/1984-5/13/1999). The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not - Thomas Jefferson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieProf Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Wow wow wow! How great!!!!! Quote With Cocoa (DC Chocolatedrop), missing B for Beth (2006-2015)And kitties C.J., Klara, Bernadette, John-Boy, & Sinbad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfish Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 I can understand your sadness for what Monty has gone through, but really, this is excellent news! No chemo, no further treatment, just a cautious watch and see? Excellent! Quote The plural of anecdote is not dataBrambleberry Greyhounds My Etsy Shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BoogieDown Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 I'm speechless. Just when it seemed like Monty was never going to catch a break... maybe he was just saving it up to catch the biggest break of all! We'll keep hoping for continued good news. Hugs to all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracegirl Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Hurray! That's the best news I've heard ALL DAY! Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 I am utterly speechless. Can't talk. Can't believe this! How totally and completely AMAZING!!!! Tears of joy!!!!!! I am so, so happy and relieved for you and for Monty, Karen. I have been quite sad tonight, this news is the best I could ever get today. Oh. My. Gosh. :) :) Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Wow, that is GREAT news!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest EmbersDad Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 about time monty got a break. my heart soars for you and him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RooCroo Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 MONTY! MONTY MONTY! Amazing news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest redreed Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Oh wonderful, wonderful news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbotaina Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 (edited) OMG, Karen, I'm so happy for you and Monty!!!!! Holy crap. Edited January 23, 2009 by turbotaina Quote Meredith with Heyokha (HUS Me Teddy) and Crow (Mike Milbury). Missing Turbo (Sendahl Boss), Pancho, JoJo, and "Fat Stacks" Juana, the psycho kitty. Canku wakan kin manipi."Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." - Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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