CONCLUSION

Because tumor enucleation avoids esophageal resection and spares the mucosal surface, this technique should be considered for symptomatic esophageal leiomyomas in dogs, as expected complications would be minimal. In people, a low incidence of complications and recurrence is reported with enucleation of leiomyomas.

Stephanie A. Lister, DVM, MSc*
Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital
College of Veterinary Medicine
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS 66506

*Current address: Veterinary Referral and Critical Care
1596 Hockett Road
Manakin-Sabot, VA 23103-2226

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