Species: Dog
Condition: Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Organ System: Respiratory
Soft tissue sarcomas are predominantly malignant tumors which are common in dogs. Arising from the mesenchymal tissues of the body, this type of neoplastic growth is associated with some skin and subcutaneous cancers in dogs. There are many types of soft tissue sarcoma. Lipoma (benign) or liposarcoma (malignant) are tumors that originate in fat or adipose tissue. Fibroma (benign) or fibrosarcoma (malignant) is another type of soft tissue sarcoma that originates in fibrous tissue. Most cases are seen in middle-aged and/or senior dogs, predominantly large breeds. A fine-needle aspiration of the tumor can help in the diagnosis. Specific laboratory tests and a biopsy can also help distinguish the type of soft tissue sarcoma. Your dog may be referred to a veterinary oncologist who will work on developing the best treatment protocol that may include surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.
Breeds exposed to Soft Tissue Sarcoma – Research Reference
Clumber Spaniel Cross – (Callan et al. 1993)
Sussex Spaniel Cross – (Callan et al. 1993)
Clumber Spaniel – (Callan et al. 1993)
Sussex Spaniel – (Callan et al. 1993)
Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine
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This information is accurate as at May 2014 and is subject to change without notice.
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