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Major glossectomy in dogs: a case series and proposed classification system.

Laura D Dvorak1, Daniel P Beaver, Gary W Ellison

  • 1Department of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, Missouri 65211, USA.

Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association
|July 9, 2004
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Glossectomy, or tongue removal, is well tolerated in dogs, offering a viable treatment for aggressive tongue tumors. Postoperative outcomes show acceptable function and quality of life, challenging previous concerns about diminished lingual function.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Surgery
  • Canine Oncology

Background:

  • Major tongue resections in animals are uncommon due to fears of impaired function.
  • Limited data exists on the long-term functional outcomes and quality of life following glossectomy in dogs.

Observation:

  • This study retrospectively reviewed five dogs that underwent glossectomy.
  • Postoperative assessments included evaluations of prehensile function and owner interviews regarding quality of life.
  • Follow-up periods ranged from 1 week to 8 years after surgery.

Findings:

  • All five dogs demonstrated acceptable and functional outcomes after glossectomy.
  • Lingual function and overall quality of life were positively maintained.
  • The surgical procedure was well-tolerated by all canine subjects.

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Implications:

  • Glossectomy may be a feasible surgical option for treating aggressive tongue tumors in dogs.
  • This procedure could be considered for other unsalvageable tongue conditions in canine patients.
  • The findings challenge previous assumptions about the negative impact of major tongue resections on canine quality of life.