Retrospective Analysis of Clinical Presentation, Prognostic Factors and Outcome in 32 Dogs with Subcutaneous Mast Cell Tumours Treated with a Curative-Intent Approach.

Background: Subcutaneous mast cell tumours (ScMCTs) have been traditionally associated with a good prognosis, with low rates of recurrence and metastasis.

Objectives: This study aims to describe the clinical presentation, outcome, and prognostic factors in dogs diagnosed with ScMCTs and treated with a curative-intent approach.

Methods: Clinical and histopathological data were retrospectively collected from dogs diagnosed with ScMCTs after undergoing curative-intent surgery and complete staging between 2018 and 2023 in a single institution.