A novel imaging system distinguishes neoplastic from normal tissue in dogs

The primary mode of therapy for many canine solid tumors, such as soft tissue sarcoma (STS) and mast cell tumor (MCT), is surgical excision of gross, visible tumor with a wide margin of surrounding normal tissue. The surgical margins of the resected tissue are evaluated microscopically by a pathologist. Incomplete histologic margins are associated with local tumor recurrence and are often considered an indication for resection of the surgical scar and tumor bed or adjuvant radiation therapy. A comprehensive histologic assessment of surgical margins requires several days to complete.
Source: Advances in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery - Category: Veterinary Research Tags: Surgery (Soft Tissue) Source Type: research