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FELINE FIBROSARCOMA

Feline Fibrosarcoma is an aggressive form of feline cancer. Fibrosarcomaplaced in malignant tumors in the connective tissue and epidermis. It is a rare,

vaccine-induced form of cancer, meaning that the tumors of fibrosarcoma form in

response to a vaccine that your cat is given.4Radiotherapy and chemotherapy are

two of the most common treatment options for Feline Fibrosarcoma. When cat

receives a vaccine, particularly a vaccine with an adjuvant helps to deliver the

vaccine to cat system, the skin around the area becomes inflamed. Although the

connection between this inflammation and Feline Fibrosarcoma is recognized, it is

not well understood what causes feline skin tumors specifically.7

Fibrosarcoma tumors grow rapidly and spread quickly to other parts of the

body. Feline Fibrosarcoma may metastasize to one or more bones in cat body. The

catching of feline fibrosarcom is quickly and treating it adequately are therefore

crucial measures toward returning cat to a healthy state.2

The most common symptoms of Feline fibrosarcoma include difficulty

chewing and eating, difficulty moving or pain while walking, swelling,

unexplained bleeding or discharge.8

To diagnose Feline Fibrosarcoma, a veterinarian will first conduct a

thorough physical exam of the animal. It will also take x-rays and a blood sample.

In cases where the tumor is easily identifiable, a biopsy of the tumor itself may be

helpful in determining the nature of the cancer. Feline Fibrosarcoma is similar to

other, more common types of Feline Cancer, including osteosarcoma.

Fibrosarcoma is a rare form of Feline Cancer.1

First, surgery may be necessary to remove a tumor. The viability of this

option will depend upon the severity and progression of the cancer, the location of

the tumor and overall health of cat and age. In addition to, or instead of, surgery,

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veterinarian will likely prescribe radiotherapy to treat Fibrosarcoma. Radiotherapy

serves to relieve cat pain while slowing the progression and spread of the cancer.3

Feline Fibrosarcoma affects a small percentage of cats. If you are

concerned about Feline Fibrosarcoma, speak with veterinarian about prevention

plans. Certain vaccines carry a higher risk of Fibrosarcoma development than

others. With proper prevention and prompt treatment, you will be best prepared to

protect your cat against feline cancer.6

References

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Internal Medicine. Disease of the Dog and Cat. Editor Ettinger. 2nd

Edition.W.B. Saunders. Philadelphia. 1346-1371

3. Bnouham M, Ziyyat A, Mekhfi H, Tahri A, Legssyer A. 2006. Medicinalveteriner with fibrosarcoma(2007-2008) Int J sarcoma 14:8-15.

4. Weiss Sharonw and Goldblum John.R, Soft Tissue Tumor, Volume 1, FouthEdition. 409-418,Mosby, 2007

5. Yin, S.A. 2006. The Small Animal Veterinary Nerdbook. 2nd Edition.W.B.saunders.philadelphia

6. Watrous, B.J. 2007. Esophageal Disease. in : Text Book of Veterinary InternalMedicine. Disease of the Dog and Cat. Editor Ettinger. 2nd Edition. W.B.

Saunders. Philadelphia. 1191-1232

7. Sherding, R.G.2007. Diseases of the Small Bowel. in : Text Book ofVeterinary Internal Medicine. Disease of the Dog and Cat. Editor Ettinger.

2nd Edition. W.B. Saunders. Philadelphia. 1278-1345

8. Harvey, C.E., J. OBrien, L.E. Rossman, N.H. Stoller. 2006. Oral, Dental,Pharyngeal and Salivary Gland Disorders. in : Text Book of Veterinary

Internal Medicine. Disease of the Dog and Cat. Editor Ettinger. 2nd Edition.

W.B. Saunders. Philadelphia. 1126-1190