Hemangiosarcoma is a malignant cancer that originates from endothelial cells
Some breeds of dogs, such as Golden Retrievers and German shepherds, are predisposed the most common sites of origin include the spleen, right auricle/atrium of the heart, and subcutaneous tissue below the skin
Unfortunately, hemangiosarcoma is a very aggressive type of cancer which tends to metastasize to intraabdominal organs and the lungs, which makes the long-term prognosis poor for most dogs with this disease
The patient was presented with one firm mammary masses, gradually enlarging over several months
The owner reported intermittent discomfort and occasional licking of the affected gland. No significant weight loss or systemic illness was noted at the time of presentation.
Surgical excision: radical Mastectomy and Ovariohysterectomy
Mass was submitted to lab for histopathologic evaluation and pending the results
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