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Our Oncology Service Announces a Progressive New Therapy for Treating Urethral/Bladder Cancer Currently Available Only at Guardian Veterinary Specialists!
We’re excited to report that our innovative treatment for urethral tumors has been accepted into clinical trial by the AVMA: AAHSD004909 – Electrochemotherapy (ECT) to Treat Urethral Cancer – To access the study click here. This novel form of Electrochemotherapy enables treatment to an area not previously accessible. Urethral/bladder cancers are notoriously impossible to treat.
There are no great surgical options, especially when it involves the urethra, so this cutting-edge method opens an opportunity never before available. The therapy is delivered with a custom-made electrode that inserts like a urinary catheter. We are the only facility in the world at this time to offer this option.
Quick Facts:
- While all breeds are susceptible to this form of cancer, Westies and Scotties are particularly affected.
- Anesthesia is required for the 40-minute treatment.
- Patients will need to stay in the ICU for a night or two or with round-the-clock monitoring.
- A post-procedure urinary catheter is required.
- There’s minimal pain for the patient.
- Only one custom-made electrode has been produced.
Our board-certified veterinary oncologist, Dr. Joseph Impellizeri, is available for consultations. Call us at (914) 704-3400.
For more on our Oncology Service click here.
For our other cancer clinical trials click here.