The evolution of veterinary surgical oncology.

Tremendous change and progress have occurred in the field of oncology over the last several decades. Progression in diagnostic techniques, patient support, adjuvant therapies and surgeon training has allowed the field of surgical oncology to make continued improvements in the human cancer field. Although a relatively young field, veterinary surgical oncology has followed in the progressive footsteps of our human counterparts. This article describes the evolution of this rapidly expanding field of veterinary medicine.