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Canine capillary and combined capillary-cavernous haemangioma
I van der Gaag1, J H Vos, J S van der Linde-Sipman
1Institute of Veterinary Pathology, State University Utrecht, The Netherlands.
Journal of Comparative Pathology
|July 1, 1989
Summary
This study describes canine skin and tongue hemangiomas, finding no breed or age predisposition but a male prevalence. Some cases showed combined capillary and cavernous hemangioma structures.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Pathology
- Dermatology
- Oncology
Background:
- Hemangiomas are benign vascular tumors.
- Canine skin tumors are common, requiring accurate diagnosis.
- Understanding tumor subtypes aids treatment and prognosis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe clinical and pathological findings of canine hemangiomas.
- To investigate potential breed, age, or sex predispositions.
- To characterize histological features, including combined types.
Main Methods:
- Case series review of six skin and one tongue hemangioma in dogs.
- Histopathological examination of tumor samples.
- Analysis of signalment data (breed, age, sex).
Main Results:
- Seven canine hemangiomas (6 skin, 1 tongue) were identified.
- No specific breed or age predisposition was observed (mean age 8.9 years).
- A higher incidence was noted in male dogs. Three cases exhibited cavernous hemangioma-like structures.
Conclusions:
- Canine hemangiomas can occur across various breeds and ages.
- Male dogs may have a higher predisposition.
- Combined capillary and cavernous hemangiomas represent a distinct histological presentation.