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* [[Biopsy]] of the lymph nodes is not routinely employed but when taken can aid in the diagnosis of cat scratch disease. Findings in the biopsy include: | * [[Biopsy]] of the lymph nodes is not routinely employed but when taken can aid in the diagnosis of cat scratch disease. Findings in the biopsy include: | ||
** Nonspecific inflammatory infiltrates | ** Nonspecific inflammatory infiltrates | ||
** Granulomas | ** [[Granulomas]] | ||
** Micro-abscesses | ** [[Micro-abscesses]] | ||
* Biopsy of the [[liver]] and [[spleen]] can also be taken if they are involved. | |||
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Biopsy
- Biopsy of the lymph nodes is not routinely employed but when taken can aid in the diagnosis of cat scratch disease. Findings in the biopsy include:
- Nonspecific inflammatory infiltrates
- Granulomas
- Micro-abscesses