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Nasal angioleiomyoma in 2 dogs
Riccarda Schuenemann1,2, Claudia Geyer3, Sabine Pohl2
1Small Animal Hospital Sattledt, Sattledt, Austria.
Tierarztliche Praxis. Ausgabe K, Kleintiere/Heimtiere
|March 15, 2024
Summary
Nasal angioleiomyomas in dogs can mimic malignant tumors but are benign. Surgical removal via endoscopy offers a complete cure, emphasizing the need for histological diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Oncology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Nasal tumors in dogs present diagnostic challenges.
- Angioleiomyomas are rare benign tumors.
- Local turbinate destruction can mimic malignancy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report two cases of canine nasal angioleiomyoma.
- To highlight the diagnostic importance of histology.
- To demonstrate the efficacy of endoscopic surgical resection.
Main Methods:
- Case report of two dogs (Appenzeller Mountain dog, Irish Wolfhound).
- Diagnostic imaging and rhinoscopy.
- Endoscopic surgical tumor resection.
- Histopathological examination.
Main Results:
- Successful endoscopic surgical resection of nasal angioleiomyomas in both dogs.
- Complete cure and no recurrence observed.
- Histology confirmed benign angioleiomyoma, despite imaging suggesting malignancy.
Conclusions:
- Canine nasal angioleiomyomas, though potentially appearing malignant on imaging, are benign.
- Histological examination is crucial for accurate diagnosis.
- Endoscopic surgical resection is a curative treatment option.
