What kind of cancer does a dog have in the urinary tract?
The most common cancer of the urinary tract in dogs is transitional cell carcinoma (TCC), which is a cancer of the epithelial cells that line the urinary tract. This cancer most commonly occurs in older
Where does transitional cell carcinoma ( TCC ) occur in dogs?
Transitional Cell Carcinoma (TCC) in Dogs. TCC arises from transitional epithelial cells that line the inner surface of the urinary tract. In addition to growing inward within the lumen of the bladder and/or urethra, the cancer cells invade locally into the walls of these structures. TCC cells also have the ability to metastasize (spread)…
Is there a cure for transitional cell carcinoma in dogs?
While a cure is not attainable, the severity and speed of spread of TCC disease can be slowed down and delayed. Your veterinarian will schedule your dog for a contrast cystography or ultrasonography every six to eight weeks to see if treatment is effective and to screen for lymph node spread of TCC.
How are urinary tract cancer biopsies done in dogs?
Biopsies may be obtained through traumatic catheterization (jamming a catheter into the masses), exploratory laparotomy (abdominal surgery), or cystoscopy (using a small camera with instruments attached). However, ultrasound-guided biopsy is not recommended, because this can easily cause further spreading of the cancer.
Transitional Cell Carcinoma (TCC) in Dogs. TCC arises from transitional epithelial cells that line the inner surface of the urinary tract. In addition to growing inward within the lumen of the bladder and/or urethra, the cancer cells invade locally into the walls of these structures. TCC cells also have the ability to metastasize (spread)…
While a cure is not attainable, the severity and speed of spread of TCC disease can be slowed down and delayed. Your veterinarian will schedule your dog for a contrast cystography or ultrasonography every six to eight weeks to see if treatment is effective and to screen for lymph node spread of TCC.
Can a bladder tumor be felt in a dog?
A bladder tumor or bladder stones may be suspected in animals with these symptoms if they have only temporary relief or no relief from antibiotic therapy. It is rare that a bladder tumor can be felt by palpating the belly, and most bladder tumors are not seen on abdominal radiographs (X-rays).