A Case of Slow Progressive Cutaneous Angiomatosis on a Cat Metatarsal Pad Treated by a Topical Beta-Blocker.

Topical beta-blockers effectively treat feline cutaneous angiomatosis and prevent ulceration recurrence.

A 5-year-old female domestic cat presented with a progressive purple, depressed lesion on a metatarsal pad that resulted in ulceration and associated pain. Histopathological examination revealed cutaneous angiomatosis, a benign vascular proliferation characterized by abnormal blood vessel growth. This condition is considered rare in feline patients. The lesion was successfully managed with topical beta-blocker therapy, which prevented recurrence of ulceration during the treatment period. Beta-blockers, traditionally used for cardiovascular and systemic conditions, are emerging as an alternative therapeutic option in dermatology for managing vascular proliferative lesions. This application represents an innovative approach to treating cutaneous vascular abnormalities in veterinary medicine, mirroring recent advances in human dermatology. The case demonstrates the potential efficacy of topical beta-blockers in managing non-neoplastic vascular skin conditions in cats, offering a non-invasive treatment alternative to surgical intervention for select cases.

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