This Adorable Good Boy Just Got Rare, Life-Saving Brain Surgery
Gizmodo • • health
Key Points:
- A six-year-old dog named Woody underwent a rare and complex brain surgery at DoveLewis Animal Hospital in Portland, Oregon, to remove a tumor pressing against his brain.
- The surgery, which lasted four to six hours, involved removing the tumor and reconstructing part of Woody’s skull with titanium mesh, overcoming challenges posed by canine anatomy.
- Woody’s post-operative recovery was closely managed by a dedicated veterinary team and his committed owner, allowing him to return home by day three and resume normal activities like daily walks.
- Although the tumor is not completely gone, it is slow-growing, and with ongoing monitoring and care, Woody’s family is optimistic about his quality of life and longevity.
