The patient at 3-months post-radiation
This 9-year-old MN Maltese initially presented with hypersalivation and dysphagia to the emergency service at SAGE Veterinary Centers’ location in Campbell, California. On oral exam, a mass was found that was filling the right side of his throat involving the right tonsil and obstructing the view of his airway. A rapidly growing, large and invasive Tonsillar Squamous Cell Carcinoma was diagnosed.
The pet owners were ready to act fast and he was treated with a single fraction of stereotactic radiation (SRS/SRT) at 22 Gy to the tumor and ipsilateral lymph nodes on July 11, 2019. Dr. Lauren Quarterman, radiation oncologist for PetCure Oncology in San Jose, managed his treatment.
The before and after photos show an excellent clinical response to treatment. The patient had minimal side effects from SRS/SRT and continues to do well.
The patient is now 4-months post treatment and is doing great with no obvious signs of cancer in his throat.
Pre-Radiation Treatment
2 Weeks Post-Treatment
From Pet Cure Oncology
