Abstract
Osteosarcoma is an aggressive bone tumor that occurs naturally mainly in large and medium breed dogs where almost 90% of dogs will develop metastasis predominantly in the lungs. The standard treatments (extirpation of the primary tumor including limb amputation/sparing, post-operative chemotherapy and palliative radiotherapy) have increased survival rates as compared to denying options for therapy upon diagnosis. Despite the advances in various therapies, prognosis remains poor, with
| Original language | English |
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| Qualification | Doctor of Philosophy |
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| Award date | 29 Mar 2011 |
| Print ISBNs | 978-90-393-5527-5 |
| Publication status | Published - 29 Mar 2011 |