Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with malignant tumor near lower back at 15 years
By G.R.A. Pêgas et al.·Published in Arquivo Brasileiro de Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia·2020·View original on DOAJ →
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Original publication title: Extragonadal malignant teratoma in a dog - case report
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A 15-year-old female mongrel dog was brought in with a tumor located in her lower back (lumbosacral area). After testing, the tumor was found to be a malignant teratoma, which is a rare type of tumor made up of abnormal embryonic tissues. Due to the nature of this tumor, treatment options may be limited, and the prognosis can vary. It's important for pet owners to discuss any unusual growths or symptoms with their veterinarian for appropriate care.
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Abstract
ABSTRACT Teratomas are neoplasms thought to arise from germ cells which usually occur within gonads and are rarely described on extragonadal sites. The present study reports a case of a 15 year old female mongrel dog with a lumbosacral tumor. The tumor was microscopically composed of embryonic tissues with areas containing atypical undifferentiated cells, leading to the diagnosis of a malignant teratoma. Malignant teratomas are uncommon tumors in domestic animals.
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Search related cases →Original publication on DOAJ: https://doi.org/10.1590/1678-4162-10434