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Operating Procedures of the Electrochemotherapy for Treatment of Tumor in Dogs and Cats
Published on: October 24, 2016
Electrochemotherapy in dogs and cats-A review
Sofia Chichorro Ramos1, Patrícia Dias-Pereira2, Ana Lúcia Luís2
1Oncology Service, North Downs Specialist Referrals, Bletchingley, UK.
Abstract:
Electrochemotherapy (ECT) is a treatment modality that combines the electroporation of cell membranes with chemotherapy to facilitate the transport of non-permeant molecules into cells. Several canine and feline studies have shown promising results, suggesting that ECT can be a valid adjuvant or alternative treatment option for some tumours. The objective of this paper is to provide a bibliographic review of the principles and applications of ECT in veterinary medicine and to compare to its use in human medicine.
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