the non-invasive evaluation of the abdomen, internal organs, and heart through the use of sound waves

1.) a swelling; a cardinal sign of inflammation

Surgery is the oldest form of cancer therapy and has been responsible for the cure of more patients than any other treatment. This success is mainly due to the development of new surgical techniques combined with chemotherapy and radiation for a total plan of treatment for your pet’s cancer.

In veterinary medicine, radiation therapy was first attempted at the beginning of the twentieth century. During the last 50 years, tremendous advances have been made. The use of histopathology, MRI and CAT scans has resulted in accurate diagnosis of the type and location of tumors. In addition, new technology has increased the effectiveness and dec [..]

an abnormal new growth of tissue in animals or plants; a tumor

the use of magnetic fields to evaluate the body, including the brain

spread throughout the body, of cancer cells

a complete blood count evaluating the number and type of white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets

the analysis of the blood that evaluates liver and kidney function, among other things

Chemotherapy is used to treat cancer at the tumor site, as well as the cancer that may have spread through the body. Most chemotherapeutic drugs act directly on cancer cells, preventing them from maturing or reproducing. Unlike humans, the side effects of chemotherapy in pets are relatively mild. Doses of drugs and treatment schedules are calculate [..]