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Small Animal

SA036 - Should I Biopsy this Bone Tumor?

Wednesday, February 22, 2023

3:00 PM – 3:50 PM

Location: South Seas B, Level 3

Earn 1 CE Hours

Presenter(s)

Catherine Pfent, DVM, DACVP, PhD (she/her/hers)

Veterinarian, Pathologist, and Educator
Plano, TX, United States

Moderator(s)

Paige Talbot, LVT

Veterinary Surgical Centers
Alexandria, VA, United States

Not all bone lesions should be immediately biopsied. Follow this simple algorithm to manage your cases with confidence.

Learning Objectives:

Use radiographs, signalment, and history to determine if a bone biopsy is needed
Evaluate risk factors for patients prior to a bone biopsy
Identify the best places to obtain biopsies from a bone lesion
Communicate the pros and cons of bone biopsies with clients, especially those with pet insurance