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Whenever cancer surgery is being considered, you should discuss its costs and benefits with your veterinarian.
Possible Benefits
Complete cure and a disease-free life
Reduced pain
Improved quality of life (even if complete cure is not possible)
Prolonged life (even if complete cure is not possible)
Possible Costs
Potential complications of surgery, including infections, bleeding, recurrence of the cancer, and undesirable changes in appearance
Short- or longterm pain and discomfort
Loss of normal function in affected limbs or organs (for example, as a result of amputation)
