My dog had a penis tumor removed. Will it recur after neutering?

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Sir, My dogs surgery for tumor in penis area and also castration has done...it was previous month and he is alright now ...but after seeing test results doctor said in some cases it may occur again ..am stressed and tired I love him a lot ..I need detailed information on the report. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | 2 years and 10 months old

Amy S. Eutsey, DVM · Accepted Answer

A hepatitis adenoma is also known as a perianal adenoma. These are typically benign meaning they are not malignant and do not spread to other sites from the primary site. They typically occur on the prepuce, anal area or limbs. They can become necrotic and infected if not removed. The best course of treatment is surgical removal and castration as there is some belief that these are hormonally induced. Your biopsy report does not state whether the surgical margins were clean of abnormal cells. If they were clean, this tumor is not likely to recur in the same site. Your dog can possibly grow other ones but neutering him will help to reduce that likelihood.

My dog had a penis tumor removed. Will it recur after neutering?

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