Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
New gel treatment helps bleeding malignant wounds in dogs
By Fukuyama, Yasuhiro et al.·Published in The Journal of veterinary medical science·2021·Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Japan·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Application of a novel carboxymethyl cellulose-based Mohs sol-gel on malignant wounds in three dogs.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Three dogs with malignant wounds were treated with a new gel made from carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) to help manage bleeding and odor. After applying the gel, it turned into a solid form within an hour and was easy to remove. All three dogs showed improvement, with their symptoms resolving after treatment. This new gel could be a helpful option for dogs suffering from similar issues.
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Abstract
The preparation of modified Mohs paste, commonly used for malignant wounds, requires time and effort. Moreover, metal-containing liquid waste is generated when malignant wounds are scrubbed. Therefore, we previously changed the base material of the modified Mohs paste from zinc oxide starch powder to carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC). The novel modified Mohs paste based on CMC (moM-CMC sol) may reduce these disadvantages. In the present study, the moM-CMC sol was applied to malignant tumors in three dogs to manage bleeding and malodor. The moM-CMC sol transitioned into a gel on the tumors within an hour of application and could be easily removed. The symptoms resolved in all cases. The moM-CMC sol could be beneficial for dogs with malignant wounds.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33441500/