tongue wound (n 2), intermandibular swelling (n 1), and stridor (n 1). Seven horses under- went surgical treatment, with six showing no signs of recurrence in the following year. One mast-cell tumor responded to conservative treatment, whereas all horses with squamous cell carcinoma were euthanized following palliative treatment.
4. Discussion
Suspicion of a tongue laceration or lingual mass is a common presenting complaint for horses with tongue tumors and biopsy is required for final diag-
nosis. While prognosis for lingual squamous cell carcinomas was grave, surgical treatment for other tumor types carried a good long-term prognosis.
Acknowledgments
Declaration of Ethics The Authors have adhered to the Principles of the Veterinary Medical Ethics of the AVMA.
Conflict of Interest The Authors declare no conflicts of interest.
