Sentences with phrase «small tumors located»

Cats with small tumors located on the lower jaw (mandible) that are treated with surgery have a better chance of surviving for one year; however, most will still eventually succumb to the disease.

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Ampullary cancer is a malignant tumor located in the pancreas, near where it meets the wall of the small intestine.

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.

If possible, surgery is often the treatment of choice for small tumors, particularly those located in the front of the lower jaw.

Commonly, intestinal tumors are located in the lower portion of the stomach, and often this area of the stomach must be removed along with part of the small intestine (partial gastrectomy).

Surgical excision is preferred when the tumor is small, is easily accessible, or is located in a spot that makes it painful.