Small Animal Oncology (eBook)

Neoplasms are common in dogs and cats and it has been estimated
that 50% of dogs and cats aged over 10 years die of neoplasia. The
demand for treatment of pets with cancer is increasing and seems
likely to do so for the foreseeable future as more animals become
insured and their treatment costs are covered.

The purpose of this book is to provide a basic clinical approach
to the diagnosis and treatment of the more common tumours in dogs
and cats for the practising veterinary surgeon, undergraduate
student and veterinary nurse. It is not intended to be a
comprehensive reference book, covering all aspects of veterinary
oncology, since several such texts exist. Rather it seeks to
provide a core of basic, easily accessible and clinically relevant
information on general aspects of veterinary oncology.

The first three chapters present general background information
on pathogenesis, tumour biology, managing the cancer patient and
the most frequently used methods of treatment. Practical details of
chemotherapy and guidance on safety are given, as well as coverage
of radiotherapy. The remaining chapters then provide specific
information on the epidemiology, aetiology, pathology,
presentation, staging, management and prognosis for tumours
occurring in the different body systems.