Fibropapillomatosis in sea turtles: Review

Authors

  • Eduardo Gonçalves da Silva Universidade Federal de Pelotas

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31533/pubvet.v15n12a986.1-4

Keywords:

Surgical excision, histopathology, chelonians, tumors

Abstract

The current work aims to present a review of the information already reported on fibropapillomatosis in sea turtles, a highly debilitating and potentially fatal disease, characterized by the formation of cutaneous fibropapilomas and visceral fibroids, having a worldwide distribution, mainly affecting green turtles. The etiology has not yet been established, but a viral infection that happens associated with environmental factors is suspected. The number and sizes of tumors vary between each individual and their presence, in some cases hindering the quality of life of this animal. Confirmation occurs through histological diagnosis. The main therapy used is the surgical removal of papillomas.

Published

2021-11-30

Issue

Section

Medicina veterinária

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