Private Practice Oncology

Veterinary oncology has evolved rapidly over the past 30  years, with combinations of surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and radiation therapy now representing standard practice for managing pets with cancer. Recently, additional effort has been directed toward optimizing palliative strategies for mitigating clinical signs associated with advanced-sta ge disease, thereby reducing patient morbidity as pet owners navigate end-of-life decision making. This is a multi-dimensional, individualized process, which demands attention to the primary neoplastic condition, concurrent diseases, and emotional needs of the family. An approach to oncologic referr al and end-of-life care is described, with attention to the dynamics between oncologist, referring veterinarian, and client.
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Source Type: research