Tumors & Melanoma
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Equine Sarcoids Chromosomal Regions Identified
A team of researchers has successfully located chromosomal regions associated with equine sarcoids.
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Evidence-Based Equine Sarcoid Treatments Reviewed
Despite the numerous sarcoid treatment choices available, no modality is 100% effective in producing a cure.
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Equine Oncology Program Unveils New Cancer Research Project
Researchers will compare and analyze the entire genome of melanoma-bearing and melanoma-free ponies.
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Equine Oncology Program Unveils New Cancer Research Project
November 08, 2012
Researchers will compare and analyze the entire genome of melanoma-bearing and melanoma-free ponies.... Read More
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Tumors and Treatments
August 31, 2012
These lumps and bumps can mean trouble, but researchers are making headway in defining tumor treatment strateg... Read More
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Equine Sarcoids Chromosomal Regions Identified
May 22, 2012
A team of researchers has successfully located chromosomal regions associated with equine sarcoids.... Read More
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Evidence-Based Equine Sarcoid Treatments Reviewed
April 19, 2012
Despite the numerous sarcoid treatment choices available, no modality is 100% effective in producing a cure.... Read More
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AHF Releases 2011 Equine Research Project Summaries
October 06, 2011
The Arabian Horse Foundation released summaries of the research projects the organization funded in 2011. ... Read More
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Electrochemotherapy Successful in Treating Equine Sarcoids
September 02, 2011
Electrochemotherapy yielded a high nonrecurrence rate of 99.5% for individual sarcoids in the current study.... Read More
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Equine Malignant Melanoma Horse Course Archived
August 22, 2011
The latest Horse Course on equine malignant melanoma is now available for viewing on TheHorse.com. ... Read More
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The Aging Horse
August 01, 2011
We'll explore how the horse's body systems age and what to look out for in your equine senior citizen.... Read More
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Solid Tumors in Horses: Characteristics and Treatments
July 02, 2011
Skin and subcutaneous (under the skin) tumors in horses comprise 50-80% of all equine neoplasia (tumors).... Read More
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Vaccinations Table Topic (AAEP 2010)
February 06, 2011
New developments in vaccines and current literature on equine immunizations were the focus of discussion at the vaccination Table Topic during the 2010 American Association of Equine Practitioners Convention, held Dec. 4-8 in Baltimore, Md. The ... Read More
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Mistletoe: A Treatment for Sarcoids?
January 19, 2011
Mistletoe might be a timeless excuse for stealing a kiss at Christmas, but Swiss researchers have found a more practical and innovative use for the plant: treating equine sarcoids, the most common skin tumors in horses. The research team, led by ... Read More
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Genital Cancer in Horses Linked to Newly Discovered Virus
January 12, 2011
A newly discovered virus might be a cause of equine genital cancer, an aggressive type of skin cancer that affects male and female horses of all breeds, according to Tim Scase, BSc, BVM&S, PhD, MRCVS, Dipl. ACVP, director of Bridge ... Read More
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Treating Horses with Tumors: New Technology Available
July 25, 2010
Sound-Eklin digital imaging company introduced the new Axxent Veterinary Electronic Brachytherapy System that will make it easier to perform radiation treatment in horses with tumors.... Read More
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Sarcoid Development May Have Genetic Basis
June 06, 2010
The development of sarcoids--the most frequent of equine skin tumors--appears to have a genetic basis, and Swiss researchers are now honing in on the exact genes responsible for the disease. A new major study involving 222 horses yie... Read More
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The 'Skinny' on Skin Conditions
February 01, 2010
Diagnosing skin diseases is probably one of the greatest challenges to horse handlers and veterinarians alike. Thankfully, veterinary researchers are continually learning more about equine skin diseases and treatment.... Read More
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Sarcoids and Other Skin Tumors Discussed by Vets
December 26, 2009
A variety of sarcoid and skin tumor treatments and management topics were discussed by veterinarians during a Table Topic at the 2009 American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Convention. All veterinarians in the room had treated skin... Read More
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Third Eyelid Tumors Require Prompt Vet Attention
October 29, 2009
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is one of the most common cancers in horses. Commonly appearing as small, wartlike bumps on the eyelid or surface of the eye, they require early treatment. While a conscientious owner might quickly notice a new... Read More
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Sarcoids, Pain Management Among WCVM Horse Research Studies
July 08, 2009
The Western College of Veterinary Medicine's Equine Health Research Fund (EHRF) has allocated a total of $69,000 to five new equine health research projects--all of which cover topics of vital importance for researchers and for horse owners.... Read More
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Equine Sarcoid Treatment Recommendations, WEVA 2008
April 23, 2009
The equine sarcoid is an unpredictable skin tumor capable of wreaking havoc on a horse's body. While not technically a "cancer" (neoplasm) in the pathological sense, sarcoids are often considered as such because they are a potential career- and... Read More
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New for Veterinarians and Equine Professionals
February 01, 2009
A year-round guide to what's available for assisting veterinary professionals--from novel gadgets to emerging therapies. Whether he's in the clinic or on the road, your vet tends to everyone's needs but his own. Good thin... Read More
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Radiation for Equine Cancer Offered by Washington State
November 06, 2008
During the past few years, the oncology team at Washington State University (WSU) has successfully treated several horses with cancer using radiation therapy. Previously, this type of treatment was considered an unrealistic option for horses wit... Read More
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Mare With Melanoma: A Teacher to the End
October 01, 2008
Years ago my family became the owners of a beautiful, older Arab mare named Danza Mia. She�s been mentioned in this column several times, including a couple of years ago when we had to make the decision for euthanasia. Based on her necropsy, it... Read More
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Don't Ignore Melanomas
October 01, 2008
The latest research indicates that equine practitioners and the general public need to understand that a melanoma is not just a benign bump. The statistics are a little daunting: Up to 80% of gray horses older... Read More
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Equine Laser Surgery Now Available through Wisconsin Vet School
September 19, 2008
Lasers are changing the options available to horse owners whose animals need surgical procedures. "Laser surgery can not only save horse owners money for certain procedures, it can also be more effective than traditional surgery, with fewer... Read More
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Focus on Equine Genetics: the Ol' Gray Mare
August 08, 2008
For more than 100 years, equine researchers have been examining why gray horses that are losing hair pigmentation are often concurrently affected by melanomas—tumors characterized by a massive production of the pigment melanin. According... Read More
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