Do not feed your pet the day of the procedure. Remove all food from the night before. Water may remain available at all times.
What to Expect:
Procedure:
Lump Evaluation: The lump will be carefully examined before surgery to determine its location, size, and impact on surrounding tissues.
Surgical Removal: Under general anaesthesia, the lump will be surgically removed, and the site will be closed with sutures.
Histopathology (if necessary): The removed lump may be sent for further analysis to determine what it is and how concerning it may be.
Aftercare:
Your pet will be sent home with a buster collar to prevent licking or scratching of the surgical site, which could lead to complications.
You will be provided with detailed aftercare instructions, which may include medications to manage pain and prevent infection.
Potential Risks and Complications:
While lump removal is a routine procedure, complications can occur. Please review the following list carefully, and speak with our team if you have any concerns.
Possible Complications Include:
Haemorrhage (bleeding): Can occur during or after the procedure.
Wound breakdown: The surgical site may fail to heal properly, either partially or completely.
Wound infection: The incision site may become infected.
Bruising and swelling: Mild to moderate bruising or swelling around the surgical site is possible.
Seroma: A pocket of fluid may develop at the surgical site.
Damage to surrounding structures: The procedure may inadvertently affect nearby nerves, ligaments, or tendons.
Pain: Pain is expected after surgery, but appropriate pain relief will be provided to manage discomfort.
Suture reaction: Some pets may experience an inflammatory reaction to the suture material.
Skin irritation: Clipper rash or a reaction to the surgical scrub may occur.
Post-operative injuries: Injuries may occur as your pet recovers from anaesthesia.
Anaesthetic risks: These include rare but serious complications such as respiratory or cardiac issues, and in extremely rare cases, death.
Our Commitment to Safety:
We take every precaution to minimise risks to your pet by:
Using sterile techniques during the procedure.
Closely monitoring your pet before, during, and after anaesthesia.
Providing appropriate pain relief and care to support recovery.
Owner Responsibility:
Please note that you, as the owner, are responsible for any costs associated with complications. Ensuring your pet wears the provided buster collar and following all aftercare instructions will significantly reduce the likelihood of complications.
If you have any questions or would like more information about the procedure, risks, or aftercare, please don’t hesitate to speak with our team. We are here to ensure the best possible outcome for your pet.