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Principles of oncologic orofacial surgery

J Berg1

  • 1Department of Clinical Sciences, Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, North Grafton, MA 01536, USA.

Clinical Techniques in Small Animal Practice
|June 20, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Common orofacial tumors in dogs include malignant melanoma and squamous cell carcinoma, which are locally invasive and often require surgery. Survival depends on tumor type and location, with median survival times ranging from 4.6 to 26 months.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Oncology
  • Comparative Pathology

Background:

  • Orofacial tumors are common in domestic animals, particularly dogs and cats.
  • Malignant and benign orofacial tumors present significant challenges due to local invasiveness and potential for metastasis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the characteristics, treatment, and prognosis of common orofacial tumors in dogs and cats.
  • To highlight the importance of tumor type and location in determining patient outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Review of common orofacial tumors in dogs and cats.
  • Analysis of tumor invasiveness, metastatic potential, and bone involvement.
  • Summary of surgical interventions, including mandibulectomy and maxillectomy.
  • Discussion of prognostic factors influencing survival times.

Main Results:

  • Common canine orofacial tumors include malignant melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, fibrosarcoma, osteosarcoma, and acanthomatous epulis.
  • These tumors are locally invasive, frequently involve bone, and necessitate aggressive surgical resection.
  • Median survival times for canine orofacial tumors range from 4.6 to 26 months, influenced by tumor type and location.
  • Feline oral squamous cell carcinoma is highly invasive, often requiring combined surgical and radiation therapy.

Conclusions:

  • Orofacial tumors in dogs and cats require specialized oncological management.
  • Surgical outcomes and survival are significantly dictated by tumor histology and anatomical site.
  • Multimodal treatment approaches may be necessary for optimal management of aggressive oral malignancies.

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