Possible testicular cancer in dog

Gael23

Just back from the vets and it looks like our 12.5 year old cocker may have testicular cancer amongst all his other problems.
Hes having them removed next week but was wondering is surgery the end of the matter or have we got a big problem on our hands?

Wibbs

If it helps R http://www.vetsurgerycentral.com/oncology_testicular_tumors.htm

Prognosis

Surgery is curative for most testicular tumors. About 10 to 20% of the cases have spread at the time of diagnosis.
Interstitial cell tumors and Sertoli cell tumors without spread or damage to the cells of the bone marrow have an excellent prognosis.
Seminomas without signs of hyperestrogenism also have an excellent prognosis.
Damage to the cells of the bone marrow (caused by the excessive estrogen levels) can be fatal despite therapy, but usually improves two to three weeks after tumor removal.
The prognosis for testicular tumors that have spread is more guarded, but varies greatly depending on the location, type of tumor, and treatment options.

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Gael23

Hes going in on Wednesday to have them removed so we just need to take if from there. I,ve read around a few sites and the success rate of surgery is quite high which is a good sign