Mass Removals and Tumor Surgery
Discovering a lump or mass on your pet can be concerning, but early evaluation and surgical care can make a significant difference.
At Arnett Animal Hospital, we provide mass removal and tumor surgery services focused on accurate diagnosis, safe excision, and long term health management. Not all growths are cancerous, but timely surgical assessment is essential to determine their nature. Our veterinary team performs detailed examinations and diagnostic testing before recommending surgery. When removal is required, we use precise surgical techniques designed to minimize discomfort and support smooth recovery. We also evaluate surrounding tissue to reduce recurrence risks. Pet owners across Chicago rely on our surgical expertise to address abnormal growths with care and clinical precision.
When Mass Removal Is Recommended
Surgical removal is often advised when growths change in size, appearance, or behavior, or when they interfere with your pet’s comfort and mobility.
- Rapidly growing lumps
- Ulcerated or bleeding masses
- Painful or inflamed growths
- Masses affecting movement
- Suspicious skin or tissue changes
Surgical Procedure and Safety Protocols
Our surgical approach prioritizes complete mass removal while maintaining surrounding tissue integrity and patient safety.
- Pre surgical diagnostics and imaging
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Precise tumor excision
- Tissue biopsy collection
- Sterile surgical environment
Types of Masses and Tumors We Treat
Pets can develop various types of benign and malignant growths that require medical evaluation and possible surgical removal.
- Fatty tumors (lipomas)
- Cysts and abscesses
- Skin tag growths
- Mast cell tumors
- Soft tissue sarcomas
Post Surgical Recovery and Monitoring
Aftercare is essential to ensure healing, prevent infection, and monitor for recurrence or complications.
- Pain management planning
- Incision care guidance
- Activity restriction instructions
- Biopsy result consultations
- Follow up wellness evaluations