Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Canine mast cell tumors in Uruguay by breed and location
By Denis, Alex et al.·Published in Brazilian Journal of Veterinary Pathology·2020·View original on Crossref →
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Original publication title: Epidemiology of Canine Mast Cell Tumors in Uruguay
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A study in Uruguay found that mast cell tumors, a type of skin cancer, were commonly diagnosed in dogs, particularly in mixed-breed dogs, Labrador Retrievers, Boxers, Pit Bulls, and Golden Retrievers. Most affected dogs were between 3 and 15 years old, with an average age of about 8 years. The tumors were mostly found on the trunk and were often classified as high malignancy, meaning they can be aggressive. If you notice unusual lumps or growths on your dog, especially if they are in these breeds or age groups, it's important to consult your veterinarian for evaluation and possible treatment options.
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Abstract
We examined in the present study main epidemiological features of canine mast cell tumors in Uruguay, principal breeds of occurrence, age, gender, anatomical distributions, and associated differences of pathological grading. During a three-year period, eighty four out of 405 skin specimens of dogs mainly received at the Veterinary Faculty of Montevideo from private clinics were mast cell tumors. Mix-breed dogs were mostly affected, followed by Labrador Retrievers, Boxers, Pit bulls and Golden Retrievers. Age of patients ranged from 3 to 15 years (median 7.9), and the incidence in females was slightly higher than in males. Tumors were more frequent in the trunk, followed by extremities, scrotum and neck. The majority of specimens were of high malignancy.
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Search related cases →Original publication on Crossref: https://doi.org/10.24070/bjvp.1983-0246.v13i3p581-584