Granulosa cell tumors of the equine ovary.
The granulosa cell tumor is the most common ovarian tumor in mares. A clinical diagnosis can be made based on the presence ofa unilaterally enlarged ovary and a small inactive contralateral ovary. Endocrine testing may be beneficial to confirm a diagnosis. Surgical removal of the tumor eliminates the adverse effect on pituitary function and results in resumption of follicular development and ovulation in the opposite ovary over time.
McCue
Patrick M
PM
Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523, USA. pmccue@colostate.edu
Roser
Janet F
JF
Munro
Coralie J
CJ
Liu
Irwin K M
IK
Lasley
Bill L
BL
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