Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Surgery to remove oral bone tumors in dogs with minimal bone loss
By Thompson, Jamie‐Leigh et al.·Published in Veterinary Record Case Reports·2022·Small Animal Surgery Hospital for Small Animals The Royal Dick School of Veterinary Studies University of Edinburgh Easter Bush UK, United Kingdom·View original on Crossref →
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Original publication title: Curative‐intent minimal ostectomy for canine oral osteoma
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Two dogs were brought in for treatment of oral osteomas, which are benign bone tumors in the mouth. Instead of the usual surgery that removes a large area around the tumor, the vets used a new technique that only required a small margin. This method successfully removed the tumors while keeping the dogs' mouths looking normal and functioning well. Both dogs recovered without any complications, and there was no sign of the tumors returning after 24 months.
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Abstract
Abstract Two dogs were referred for the investigation and treatment of incidentally identified oral osteomas. Recurrence following incomplete excision of osteoma is likely, and traditionally, the recommended treatment is surgical excision with 2 cm margins. Both dogs underwent surgical excision with a minimum 1 mm margin using a high‐speed bur. This novel surgical approach allowed complete excision while preserving functionality and normal appearance in both dogs. No complications were reported, and no recurrence was observed in the subsequent 24 months. Marginal ostectomy should be considered as a surgical option for benign osteoma of the mandible and maxilla with the possibility of curative‐intent resection, minimising morbidity, simplifying surgery and preserving cosmesis.
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Search related cases →Original publication on Crossref: https://doi.org/10.1002/vrc2.463