This retrospective study evaluated 92 feline oral neoplasms diagnosed in Thailand to characterize neoplasm types, anatomical distribution, and clinically relevant associations. Epithelial neoplasms accounted for 73% of all neoplasms, with squamous cell carcinoma being the most common (67%). Other epithelial neoplasms such as ameloblastoma, amelanotic melanoma, and adenocarcinoma were uncommon. Mesenchymal neoplasms (27%) were more heterogeneous, encompassing fibrosarcoma, osteosarcoma, lymphoma, plasma cell tumors, and several rare entities. Cats with epithelial neoplasms were significantly older than those with mesenchymal neoplasms (11.0 ± 3.8 vs. 6.8 ± 4.1 years old; p 2 cm were associated with advanced stages, while neoplasms ≤ 2 cm were typically stage I. Antibiotic use was significantly more frequent in senior cats compared to mature/adult cats (p = 0.014). In summary, SCC is the most common oral tumor in cats, indicating the importance of routine oral examinations, particularly in senior cats.
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