b"ARTICLEDon't let dermal and subcutaneous masses go undiagnosedHT Vista is the only non-invasive, AI-powered cancer screening tool for evaluating lumps and bumps in dogs. Using Heat Diusion Imaging (HDI) and cloud-based analysis, it quickly determines whether masses can be monitored or need further investigation, supporting early cancer detection, providing peace of mind for pet owners, and enabling condent, proactive care.The condence level of a negative resultDownload our e-Booksoft tissue sarcomas, from inflammationtreatment and a poorer prognosis. being a true negative is 98% in medicine, and benign masses, including lipomasTreatment plan and sebaceous adenomas. For malignantthats almost as good as it gets.tumours, cytology provides informationOnce a diagnosis and staging have that assists in formulating diagnostic andbeen made, a treatment plan canDr. Peter Converse, DVMtreatment plans. While FNA is relativelycommence. In many cases, surgicalOwner/Medical Directorquick and affordable to obtain, it isexcision itself is enough, particularlyAdvanced Veterinary Care, COimportant to remember that due to theif it has been performed as early as small number of cells obtained, it maypossible. Some of the more common not provide enough information to fullymalignant masses we see in dogs are characterise a tumours behaviour and itmast cell tumours, soft tissue sarcomas, and squamous cell carcinomas. It is is not always diagnostic.imperative that these masses are notGet on-the-spot results Overall test time is 2-3 minutesIf an FNA is non-diagnostic, a biopsymissed at the initial consultation with and histopathology is recommendedthe wait and see method.It is also before surgical excision. Dependingimportant to understand that thesePrep your patient Scan for 40 seconds Get results on the spoton the size of the mass either a punchmasses can often look and feel like a biopsy or incisional biopsy is required. Alipoma, but each lump and bump should biopsy provides a more comprehensivebe appropriately screened, and offered understanding of the mass, offeringfurther diagnostics if necessary.a definitive diagnosis. This will help determine the best treatment planAssessing lumps and bumps in dogs is a leading towards a better prognosis.vital part of veterinary care, requiring a combination of clinical expertise, While it is tempting to provide excisionaldiagnostic tools, and emerging biopsies, this should be avoided if possible.technologies. Advancement of devices It is far better to surgically remove a masssuch as the HT Vista help to ensure more once its nature has been determined,masses are evaluated, which allows to ensure adequate margins have beenquicker decision making and ultimatelyHT Vista is a decision-support taken. Incomplete margins result in morebetter outcomes for pets.tool, designed to assist in HDI RESULT 1 - 4 HDI RESULT 5 - 10dierentiating betweenFurther investigationThe mass appears to be benign Dr Liron Levy-Hirsch DVM MRCVSbenign masses and thoseis recommendedat a high level of condence requiring further investigation. Liron graduated from the Hebrew University in Israel in 2007. After completing a one-year small animal rotating internship at the Hebrew University Veterinary Hospital, he moved to the UK to advance his career in veterinary medicine. Following experience in general practice, Liron joined Vets-Now Ltd., where he practiced Emergency and Critical Care in both clinical and leadershipDont Miss the Early Signs of Cancer. Book a Time to Talk.roles for over 12 years. In 2023, Liron joined HT VET as Managing Director.Contact us www.ht-vet.com support@htbioimaging.com24www.inspiredvet.co.uk"