A general survey of tumours in the horse.
Abstract: Published figures from veterinary schools indicate that tumours may account for about 1 to 3 per cent of surgical cases. In this paper an account is given of clinical and pathological aspects of the tumours that are most likely to be encountered in practice, either as visibly or palpably detectable masses of tissue, or as internal tumours responsible for clinical signs. Amongst the common and important tumours dealt with, the most prominent are "equine sarcoid", squamous-cell carcinoma (of eye region and of glans penis), granulosa-cell tumours and melanomas. Well over a hundred references provide entry to the relevant literature. The need for further pathological and clinical studies of equine tumours is stressed.
Publication Date: 1977-01-01 PubMed ID: 319996DOI: 10.1111/j.2042-3306.1977.tb03964.xGoogle Scholar: Lookup
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This research paper is a comprehensive survey of various types of tumors found in horses. The focus is on the types of tumors most commonly encountered by veterinarians, such as equine sarcoid, squamous-cell carcinoma, granulosa-cell tumors, and melanomas.
Objective of the Study
- This study sought to provide a detailed examination of the most commonly encountered tumors in horses, both visible or palpable masses and internal tumors. The aim was to provide a deep understanding of these common tumors to support veterinary practice and underline the necessity for continued research in this field.
Key Findings
- Statistics from veterinary schools suggest that tumors account for 1 to 3 percent of surgical cases in horses.
- The most prominent tumors in horses include “equine sarcoid” (a type of skin tumor), squamous-cell carcinoma (particularly in the eye region and of the penis), granulosa-cell tumors (a type of ovarian tumor), and melanomas (a form of skin cancer).
Relevance of Current Research and Literature
- The study explores over a hundred references, offering a gateway to related scientific literature and research on equine tumors. The authors believe this highlights the importance of being aware of the wide variety of resources available to veterinarians and researchers in this subject area.
Need for Further Research
- The conclusion of the paper emphasizes the need for ongoing pathological and clinical research on equine tumors. The authors suggest that this will further enhance knowledge and treatment options for these conditions in horses, thereby improving the standards of equine healthcare.
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APA
Cotchin E.
(1977).
A general survey of tumours in the horse.
Equine Vet J, 9(1), 16-21.
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.2042-3306.1977.tb03964.x Publication
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MeSH Terms
- Animals
- Anus Neoplasms / veterinary
- Bone Neoplasms / veterinary
- Brain Neoplasms / veterinary
- Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / veterinary
- Eyelid Neoplasms / veterinary
- Female
- Fibroma / veterinary
- Head and Neck Neoplasms / veterinary
- Horse Diseases
- Horses
- Intestinal Neoplasms / veterinary
- Lipoma / veterinary
- Lung Neoplasms / veterinary
- Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin / veterinary
- Male
- Melanoma / veterinary
- Neoplasms / veterinary
- Nictitating Membrane
- Osteosarcoma / veterinary
- Paranasal Sinus Neoplasms / veterinary
- Penile Neoplasms / veterinary
- Pharyngeal Neoplasms / veterinary
- Skin Neoplasms / veterinary
- Stomach Neoplasms / veterinary
References
This article includes 117 references
Citations
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