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Devin von Stade1, Lukas Kawalilak2, Deanna R Worley3
1Colorado State University, Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology, Fort Collins, Colorado, USA.
A rare smooth muscle hamartoma caused nasal congestion and facial deformity in a dog. Surgical removal was successful, confirming the diagnosis through histology.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Comparative Pathology
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Smooth muscle hamartomas are rare, benign tumors.
- Nasal masses in dogs can cause significant clinical signs, including respiratory distress and facial deformity.
- Accurate diagnosis is crucial for appropriate treatment and prognosis.
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