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Lipomas and Liposarcomas (Adipose Tumors)

Lipomas are usually benign fatty tumors, while liposarcomas are malignant.

Lipomas are usually benign fatty tumors, while liposarcomas are malignant. Evaluation of a mass is necessary before determining its behavior or treatment.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.

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