Sarcoma Flashcards
1
Q
What are the sarcomas wi a higher risk of metastasis?
A
Osteosarcoma
Haemangiosarcoma
Histiocytic sarcoma
2
Q
Where is the predilection site for metastasis with sarcomas?
A
Lungs
- 3 view thoracic radiographs, inflated views
3
Q
What are the ideal surgical margins for soft tissue sarcomas?
A
3cm lateral and 1 facial plane
4
Q
What should you do if you don’t achieve complete margins on a soft tissue sarcoma?
A
- Wide surgical excision of the scar
- Adjuvant radiation
- Metronomic chemotherapy - cyclophosphamide + priroxicam
- Monitoring - low grade only
5
Q
What is the 3,2,1 rule for staging feline injection site sarcoma?
A
Persists longer than 3 months
Larger than 2cm in size
Increases in size 1 month after injection
6
Q
What size margins should you have for a Feline injection site sarcoma?
A
3-5 cm
7
Q
What arrhythmia should you be aware of after splenectomy?
A
Ventricular arrhythmias
