Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Poodle dog with itchy bumps near anus treated with CO2 laser
By Kang, Minjeong et al.·Published in Veterinary medicine and science·2025·College of Veterinary Medicine, South Korea·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Management of Multiple Perianal Apocrine Hamartomas in a Poodle Dog Using Carbon Dioxide Laser.
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Plain-English summary
A 7-year-old neutered male Poodle was brought in because he had multiple itchy bumps around his rear end. After examining the bumps, the vet found that the glands in that area were enlarged and inflamed. To treat this, the vet used a carbon dioxide laser to remove the growths instead of doing traditional surgery. One month later, the Poodle had fully healed, and his itching had significantly improved. This laser treatment proved to be a safe and effective option for his condition.
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Abstract
Hamartoma is characterized by the abnormal proliferation of cells and tissues within the originating organ. Apocrine hamartoma (AH) affecting the skin, especially in the perianal area, has not yet been reported in dogs. A 7-year-old neutered male Poodle presented with multiple perianal papules and pruritus. Histopathological examination revealed significant enlargement of the apocrine glands and ducts, accompanied by mononuclear cell infiltration that extended into the subcutis. Given the location, number, depth and extent of the lesion, COlaser ablation was chosen over surgical resection. Complete recovery was observed at the surgical site 1 month after treatment, and pruritic symptoms were markedly reduced. COlaser ablation is a relatively safe and effective palliative treatment for perianal AH in dogs.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39688527/