Decision Making in Small Animal Oncology

Decision Making in Small Animal Oncology is a practical manual for the increasing number of veterinarians called upon to treat patients with cancer. This case-based quick reference leads practitioners through diagnosis, treatment, and management decisions, offering reliable guidance for more effective management of cancer care. With easy-to-follow algorithms to assist the reader through the critical thinking process, Decision Making in Small Animal Oncology answers the questions most commonly asked in daily practice to provide the cancer knowledge practitioners and students need in general practice.

Contributors ix

Forward xi

1 Introduction: Cancer Biology and Terminology 3

2 Paraneoplastic Syndromes 19

3 Clinical Approach to the Cancer Patient 45

4 Biopsy, Tissue Handling and Interpretation 51

5 Cancer Treatment Modalities 69

6 Tumours of the Skin and Subcutis 129 45

7 Mast Cell Tumours 147

8 Canine and Feline Histiocytic Disorders 161

9 Canine Lymphoma and Leukaemia 171

10 Feline Lymphoma and Leukemia 197

11 Splenic Tumours 211

12 Gastrointestinal Tumours 217

13 Tumours of the Respiratory System 239

14 Endocrine Tumours 283

15 Tumours of the urinary system 303

16 Tumours of the Reproductive Tract 315

17 Canine and Feline Mammary Tumours 327

18 Tumours of the Musculoskeletal System 337

19 Tumours of the Brain, Spinal Cord, Peripheral Nerves and Special Senses 355

20 Miscellaneous Tumours 369

Index 373

"It is quite common that general practitioners want to find basic information quickly and, for this purpose, this is the book to have." (Veterinary Times, 25 July 2011)

"This detailed account of cancer in small animals presents volumes of information.... includes an overview of cancer biology and covers diagnostic tests for cancer, treatment options, an dinformation on the majority of specific cancer types that are of concern in cats and dogs. The detail in almost every area is impressive and complete. The authors also nicely balance recommendations for what can and cannot be reasonably performed in a general practice setting. The very specific guidance presented in flow charts for making decisions about the cancers can be helpful, and is not found in other standard oncology texts." - Doody's Reviews, February 2009

"Will help those who are not board-certified in veterinary oncology to find the information they need in a quick and easy manner. There are... well-written practical sections on subjects such as how to safely administer chemotherapy and the importance of nutritional support. In general, it is a book that allows for rapid access to some basic knowledge about cancer treatment in animals, with... an emphasis on diagnostics and setting up a plan. This is a useful, reasonably priced textbook for someone with little knowledge of veterinary oncology who desires a quick and easy guide to the many tumors of dogs and cats." - Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, June 2009

David J. Argyle, BVMS, PhD, DECVIM-CA (Oncology), MRCVS, is the William Dick Professor of Veterinary Clinical Studies at the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh.

Malcolm J. Brearley, MA, VetMB, MSc (Clin. Onc), DECVIM-CA (Oncology) FRCVS, is Principal Clinical Oncologist at the Queen's Veterinary School Hospital, University of Cambridge

Michelle Turek, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), DACVR (Radiation Oncology), is a staff oncologist at Angell Animal Medical Center's Cancer Care Center, Boston, MA.

Decision Making in Small Animal Oncology is a practical manual for the increasing number of veterinarians called upon to treat patients with cancer. This case-based quick reference leads practitioners through diagnosis, treatment, and management decisions, offering reliable guidance for more effective management of cancer care. Providing easy-to-follow algorithms to assist the reader through the critical thinking process, Decision Making in Small Animal Oncology answers the questions most commonly asked in daily practice.

Chapters are organized by body system and take a case-based approach, with algorithms to aid in making the appropriate clinical decision. Primarily focusing on canine and feline cancer patients, additional information on tumors in exotic companion animals is also included. Decision Making in Small Animal Oncology is a highly readable resource for the cancer knowledge practitioners and students need in general practice.