Source: UC Davis Veterinary Medicine
Scramble, a Jack Russell terrier, began showing behavioral changes, seizures, and tremors that led to a diagnosis of a large, inoperable brain tumor at UC Davis’ Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. Neurologists and oncologists recommended stereotactic radiotherapy (SRT), a precise radiation treatment using advanced imaging and a linear accelerator to target the tumor while sparing healthy tissue. Scramble underwent three SRT sessions, resulting in significant neurological improvement.
About 18 months later, signs of recurrence appeared, and imaging confirmed tumor regrowth, though smaller than initially. A second course of SRT once again improved his condition. Now 12 years old and two years past the second treatment, Scramble is thriving, giving his family more quality time together. His case highlights the potential of SRT as a powerful tool for managing canine brain tumors, offering extended survival and improved well-being. UC Davis specialists emphasize the rewarding impact of helping pets maintain longer, healthier lives.
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