Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Compound odontoma in three dogs.
- Journal:
- Journal of veterinary dentistry
- Year:
- 2003
- Authors:
- Felizzola, Cláudia Ronca et al.
- Affiliation:
- Surgical Department · Brazil
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Three young female dogs had surgery to remove a type of tumor called a compound odontoma, which affects the teeth. The tumors were at an advanced stage, so the treatment involved removing part of the jawbone. After the surgery, the tissue was examined under a microscope, confirming the diagnosis. The surgery was quite aggressive, but it led to longer periods without any signs of the tumor returning. Overall, the treatment was effective in keeping the dogs tumor-free for an extended time.
Abstract
Three young, female dogs were operated for compound odontoma. All tumors were considered stage III with treatment consisting of partial mandibulectomy or maxillectomy. Microscopic examination of the resected tissue confirmed the diagnosis. Relatively aggressive, resective surgery resulted in prolonged tumor-free intervals.
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