Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Surgical removal of mammary tumor in a 4-year-old female dog
By Mst. Antora Akter & Md. Mahmudul Alam·Published in Veterinary Research Notes·2022·Department of Surgery and Obstetrics, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Bangladesh, BD·View original on DOAJ →
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Original publication title: Regional mastectomy for mammary gland tumor in a bitch: A case report
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Plain-English summary
A 4-year-old female dog was brought in with a rapidly growing, firm lump near her left mammary glands. After confirming it was a tumor, the vet performed surgery to remove the affected tissue. The dog recovered well from the surgery, and for two years afterward, there were no signs of complications or tumor regrowth. This case highlights the importance of early detection and surgical treatment for mammary gland tumors in dogs.
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Abstract
Objective: Mammary gland tumors are the most prevalent neoplasm in bitches. This study focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of gland tumors in a bitch that has not been spayed. Materials and Methods: A 4-year-old female dog weighing 8 kg with a history of big, firm swelling around the left third and fourth mammary glands was presented. This tumor grew quickly and doubled in size in just a few weeks. After a thorough clinical evaluation, it became obvious that this was a case of a tumor of the mammary gland. The tumor mass wassurgically excised from the mammary glands (mastectomy) after the appropriate restraint, aseptic procedure, and anesthetic protocol. A histological examination of the tumor tissue was carried out to confirm the diagnosis. Results: The dog healed up satisfactorily after surgery, and there was no sign of complications or recurrence during a 2-year observation. Following surgical manipulation, a positive clinical result was achieved. After 2 years, there was no evidence of tumor recurrence. Conclusion: Although most canine glandular tumors develop in the mammary glands, early detection and proper surgery may be the most effective solution. [Vet. Res. Notes 2022; 2(12.000): 86-90]
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Search related cases →Original publication on DOAJ: https://doi.org/10.5455/vrn.2022.b19