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Bone Cancer Research
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Read MoreBone Cancer in Dogs
Introduction Bone cancer can occur as a primary disease (originates from cells that normally reside in the bone space) or as a metastatic disease (spreads from cancers that arise elsewhere). In humans, most bone malignancies are metastases that arise from tumors outside the bone (breast, prostate). Primary bone tumors are less common, and osteosarcoma (primary […]
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Bone Cancer is Highly Heritable in Irish Wolfhounds
Introduction Bone cancer, also known as osteosarcoma, in dogs is an aggressive cancer that typically affects the leg bones of middle-aged to older large dogs. Some breeds, such as the Irish Wolfhound, have a high rate of bone cancer at a younger age (less than five years old), suggesting a significant genetic influence. With funding […]
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