Dr Sue is guest of on the podcast for Danish veterinarians Success in Veterinary Practice, hosted by Dr Søren Drimer Pejstrup. Here she discusses one of the tough to diagnose and tough to treat cancers, hemangiosarcoma in dogs. (Don’t worry the podcast is in English.)
Sue Ettinger, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), Tarrytown, New York
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Sue Ettinger, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), Tarrytown, New York
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NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2017 | PEER REVIEWED
Ana M. Cilursu, MD, lost three Rottweilers in a row to bone cancer.
The first dog, Hessa, had chondrosarcoma. She was not a candidate for surgery, and the tumor was quite aggressive.
The second and third dogs, Roddy and Maxine, had osteosarcoma. Both had amputations. Roddy started chemotherapy but developed lung metastases and a malignant pleural effusion several months into the treatment. Maxine did not have chemotherapy and developed spinal metastases three months after the amputation.
Lymphoma is a collection of cancers arising from the malignant transformation of lymphocytes. The common origin is lymphoreticular cells, even though lymphoma clinically is a diverse group of neoplasms. Lymphoma is one of the most common canine cancers, accounting for 7% to 24% of all canine tumors and 85% of hematopoietic tumors.1
The cause of lymphoma is largely unknown and multifactorial. Genetics can play a role, and chromosomal aberrations have been found.1 Dogs with previous immune-mediated thrombocytopenia have been associated with increased risk.2 Whether immunosuppressive medications can increase risk to dogs is unclear. Environmental causes have also been documented.1
Dogs of any age, gender, and breed can be affected with lymphoma, although affected dogs are typically middle-aged to older.1
Genetic predispositions have been noted in pedigrees of bull mastiffs, otter hounds, rottweilers, and Scottish terriers, pointing to a heritable risk.1 Several breeds, including golden retrievers, boxers, basset hounds, Saint Bernards, Scottish terriers, Airedales, Labrador retrievers, bulldogs, and poodles, are reported to be at increased risk.
Cutaneous and subcutaneous masses are very common in companion animal practice, and some veterinarians have become accustomed to monitoring growths that are small or slow growing and postponing surgery until the mass becomes larger.
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On The Pet Cancer Vet Dr Sue Ettinger takes pre-arranged calls from pet owners with a dog or cat with cancer to give information, support and hope. Click here to listen on The Radio Pet Lady Network.
COVID-19 & Thanksgiving 2020
2020 continues to challenge us. And now Covid has hit our family 🦠 But there is still so much to be thankful for. #thanksgiving
🎥 Sneak peek for my latest vlog 🎥
Cancer Treatments For Oral Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma In Cats
🖥 You can watch the full video on YouTube
youtu.be/9b72zZ3A91I
Feline oral squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the most common cancer in the mouth in cats. This is a challenging cancer to find early and treat. In this vlog, I discuss treatment options including surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy, and why I often focuses on supportive options instead, such as pain management and nutritional support.
In case you missed it be sure to check out vlog 125 on YouTube too where I give you an overview of oral SCC and covers causes, symptoms, and recommended diagnostics.
Just when I want to get so frustrated about 2020 - the pandemic, the way our lives have changed, plans events vacations and times with friends and family canceled - I have a good moment.
“Hi Joe. It’s Dr Sue and I have nothing but good news to report.”
I know he’s in his SUV anxiously waiting. Bailey Is 10 months out since diagnosed with hemangiosarcoma. Hers was in the caudal abdomen near her bladder. She completed IV doxorubicin and now is on metronomic low dose oral chemotherapy. She had her staging tests (chest X-rays and ultrasound) to make sure the cancer has not come back or spread. I know how nervous dad is waiting alone outside.
Visceral hemangiosarcoma (in the organs) is tough. With surgery and chemotherapy, the median survival times for the ones in the spleen (the most common location) is about 6 to 9 months. Little is known about her exact location but I was anxious too as I pulled up her X-rays on the screen and get her ultrasound report.
Nothing but good news, I repeated to Joe. (Confirmed by the radiologist too.)
I like to bring Bailey out myself. The look on dad’s face is makes my heart happy,
A little bit of good news in a very tough year. A good moment. And something to be thankful for. #kickcancersbutt
🎥 Sneak peek for my latest vlog 🎥
Cat Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
🖥 You can watch the full video on YouTube
youtu.be/1J3cQt8ClEU
Feline oral squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the most common cancer in the mouth in cats. This is a challenging cancer to find early and treat. In this vlog, Dr Sue gives you an overview of oral SCC and covers:
✅ causes
✅ symtoms
✅ tests and diagnostics
Come back for the next vlog where Dr Sue discusses treatment and supportive options. Do not forget to subscribe so you do not miss it.
