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Chromosome changes in a 15-year-old dachshund's perineal tumor
By Mayr, B et al.·Published in The British veterinary journal·1990·Institute for Animal Breeding and Genetics·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Cytogenetic characterization of a canine haemangiopericytoma.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A 15-year-old female dachshund developed a tumor called a haemangiopericytoma in her perineal area. Tests on the tumor cells revealed an unusual number of chromosomes and some specific genetic changes. While the study focused on the genetic makeup of the tumor, it highlights the importance of understanding such tumors in dogs. If your pet has a similar growth, it’s essential to consult your veterinarian for proper diagnosis and treatment options.
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Abstract
A 15-year-old dachshund bitch developed a haemangiopericytoma in the perineal region. The cytogenetic evaluation of the tumour cells showed a chromosome number of 74. The following abnormalities were found: an intersitially deleted chromosome no. 1 and centric fusions 5/6, 5/14, 7/15 and 9/17.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2364258/