Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Mare showing aggressive behavior diagnosed with tumor - what was done?
By Maurice, Kathy T·Published in The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne·2005·Ontario Veterinary College, Canada·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Diagnosis and surgical removal of a granulosa-theca cell tumor in a mare.
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- horse
Plain-English summary
An 8-year-old mare was showing unusual stallion-like behavior and aggression, which led her owner to seek veterinary help. After a thorough examination, including ultrasound, the vet diagnosed her with a granulosa-theca cell tumor, which was confirmed by lab tests showing high testosterone and inhibin levels. The tumor was surgically removed, and the mare made a full recovery. By 45 days post-surgery, she was able to safely interact with other horses again.
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Abstract
An 8-year-old mare showed stallion-like behavior and aggressiveness. A granulosa-theca cell tumor was tentatively diagnosed based on history, transrectal palpation, and ultrasonography, and surgically removed. Serological levels of testosterone and inhibin were elevated. Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis. The mare recovered and by day 45 could be turned out with other horses.
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