Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Facial swelling and nasal discharge in young horses - what to know
By Schmotzer, W B et al.·Published in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association·1987·College of Veterinary Medicine·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Nasomaxillary fibrosarcomas in three young horses.
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
Three young horses were found to have a type of cancer called nasomaxillary fibrosarcoma, which affects the area around their noses and mouths. They showed signs like watery eyes, swelling in their faces, trouble breathing, a mix of blood and fluid coming from one nostril, or a noticeable lump on their faces. To confirm the diagnosis, vets used physical exams, X-rays, and tests on tissue samples, with the final confirmation coming from a biopsy. In one of the horses, surgery to remove the tumor and clean out the affected sinus led to a long period without signs of the disease returning.
Abstract
Nasomaxillary fibrosarcoma was diagnosed in 3 young horses. Clinical signs included epiphora, facial swelling, dyspnea, unilateral serosanguineous nasal discharge, or an external mass. Physical examination, radiography, and cytology were important diagnostic adjuncts. The definitive diagnosis in each case was based on biopsy. In one case, surgical removal of the tumor and extensive curettage of the affected sinus resulted in extended remission from neoplastic disease.
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