Accelerated chemoradiotherapy protocol for oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma

Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) accounts for about 60% of feline and 25% of canine oropharyngeal malignancies. It is the second most common canine oropharyngeal neoplasm. Several histological subtypes of SCC with distinct morphological features and biological behavior have been described in both man and companion animals. The biologic behavior of oropharyngeal SCC is variable. Historically, primary treatment options include surgery and radiotherapy. In general, the prognosis for dogs with small rostral SCC is good following complete surgical removal with adequate, tumor-negative margins.
Source: Advances in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery - Category: Veterinary Research Tags: Dentistry Source Type: research