Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Spontaneous intestinal melanoma in dogs.
- Journal:
- In vivo (Athens, Greece)
- Year:
- 2005
- Authors:
- Spugnini, Enrico P et al.
- Affiliation:
- SAFU Department · Italy
- Species:
- dog
Abstract
Primary melanoma of the gastrointestinal tract is a rare, highly malignant neoplasm that is associated with an unfavorable long-term prognosis. Animal studies are needed to further characterize this tumor and to develop new and more effective protocols. A spontaneous canine intestinal melanoma is described which, because of its local aggressive behavior and advanced stage, was not treatable with conventional strategies, thus being a potential candidate for investigational trials.
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