Year: 2021
Type: article
Abstract: Primary neoplasms of the urinary system are uncommon in dogs and cats. When affecting the kidneys, carcinoma appear like most common in dogs and lymphoma in cats. Primary ureteral neoplasms are rare in dogs and there aren’t reports in cats. The primary bladder neoplasm described in dogs and cats is transition cell carcinoma; however, it is more frequent in dogs. Urethral neoplasms occur rarely and when diagnosed are usually amplifications of prostatic neoplasms or urinary bladder. The aim of assist in the diagnosis and medical conduct for both species, this report aims to present a literature review with the main neoplasms occurring in the urinary system that affect dogs and cats. Although these disorders are infrequent in the veterinary routine, an early diagnosis is necessary for a better prognosis for patients.
Source: PubVet
Institution: Universidade Federal de Santa Maria
Language: English
Topic: Veterinary Oncology Research
Subfield: Small Animals
Field: Veterinary
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $76
OpenAlex ID: W3202980644