Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Surgical removal of a true dermoid cyst on a Rhodesian ridgeback's
By Tshamala, M & Moens, Y·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2000·Department of Medicine and Clinical Biology of Small Animals·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: True dermoid cyst in a Rhodesian ridgeback.
Plain-English summary
A Rhodesian ridgeback was found to have a true dermoid cyst, which is a type of abnormal growth that can occur under the skin. The cyst was located on the back of the neck and did not connect to the skin's surface, making it different from other similar conditions. The veterinarian surgically removed the cyst, and the dog was treated successfully.
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Abstract
A case of a true dermoid cyst in a Rhodesian ridgeback is described. The mass was located in the dorsal cervical midline at the level of the first cervical vertebra, and was resected surgically. In contrast to other types of dermoid sinus described in the literature, the mass did not have a tract connecting it to, nor an opening on to, the surface of the skin. A diagnosis of true dermoid cyst was made.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11002937/