Sentences with phrase «gland tumor removal»

In the past years my dogs have had 2 eye tumor removals, scratched cornea, mammary gland tumor removal, seizures, mass tumor removal, chiari malformation, allergies and the list continues.

Hysterectomies on parakeets, C - sections in iguanas, adrenal gland tumor removal in ferrets, and air bladder procedures on fish are just a few examples of procedures commonly performed by our North Coast doctors.

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Benign to medium grade malignant tumor are often treated more aggressively with removal of the entire gland, known as mastectomy.

An adrenal tumor removal is traditionally one of the most challenging procedures in small animal surgery, as the adrenal gland is located in a difficult position next the vena cava (the largest vein in the abdomen) as well as the renal arteries and veins (to the kidneys), the aorta, and other vital structures.

Surgical removal of pituitary gland tumors is difficult and rarely attempted.

Along with birth control, behavioral correction, and removal of sexual frustration, various kinds of reproductive tract problems such as ovarian and uterine tumors, mammary gland tumors and cervical tumors can be prevented with feline spaying.

When the tumor is on the pituitary gland, it causes bilateral adrenal enlargement, and the preferred surgical treatment is removal of both adrenal glands.

- Surgical removal of the thyroid gland: Hyperthyroidism is usually caused by a benign tumor called a thyroid adenoma that involves one or both thyroid glands.

Alternatively, radiation therapy can be used to temporarily «dry up» the stinky leaking gland, especially if the cancer poses too great an anesthetic risk for tumor removal.

If the dog has a tumor of the adrenal gland, surgical removal is generally the best option.

Again, in most cases removal of sebaceous gland tumors is straight forward.

The prognosis of benign (non cancerous) anal gland tumors is excellent either after castration or after local resection (removal).

If a tumor is involved then surgical removal of one adrenal gland is possible.

Again, in most cases removal of sebaceous gland tumors is straight forward and can frequently be done with a simple local anesthetic.

This study reveals ovariohysterectomy to be an effective adjunct to tumor removal in dogs with mammary gland carcinoma and that the timing of ovariohysterectomy is important in influencing survival.

For pets with ongoing infections, we might suggest combining anal gland expression with preventative treatment methods which can include implementing a weight management program, increasing fiber intake, and for more extreme cases, surgical removal of the anal sacs and any present tumors; though most affected pets respond well to non-surgical treatment methods.

Will attempt to restore normal pituitary gland functioning and may include the removal of any potential pituitary tumors, radiation therapy and the use of anti-growth hormone medications in attempt to reduce the effects of an overactive pituitary gland.