CLINICALLY SIGNIFICANT TUMORS IN THE CAT

The specialties of feline tumors with clinical relevance are discussed . The clinical importance of tumors is a consequence of prevalence, bi ological behavior and cofactors which increase the risk to develop a s pecific tumor type. Among these cofactors for specific feline tumors a re FeLV, FeSV, FIV, ultraviolet radiation and vaccination. For these c ofactors prophylaxis and strategies for avoidance are possible.