Electrochemotherapy: Advanced Cancer Care for Your Dog
- honeydewanimalclinic
- Jun 11, 2025
- 1 min read
Updated: Jul 29
Is your dog battling a skin or subcutaneous tumor?
Electrochemotherapy (ECT) is an advanced, minimally invasive treatment now offered at our clinic to help fight cancer more effectively.
What is electrochemotherapy?
Electrochemotherapy (ECT) is a cutting-edge treatment that combines chemotherapy with electrical pulses to enhance drug uptake directly into tumor cells, offering a targeted approach to cancer therapy.
Indications:
Mast cell tumours
Soft tissue sarcomas
Melanomas
Perianal tumours
Recurring or non-surgically accessible tumours
Benefits:
Targeted tumour destruction
Preserves surrounding healthy tissue
Less invasive than surgery
Fewer side effects compared to traditional chemotherapy
Often done as an outpatient procedure
How It Works:
A low dose of chemotherapy is injected into or around the tumor
A series of short electrical pulses is applied
These pulses temporarily open cell membranes, allowing the drug to penetrate more effectively
Tumor cells are destroyed while healthy tissue remains largely unaffected
Your pet deserves the best care. If your dog has been diagnosed with a tumor, ask us if electrochemotherapy is an option.
Need Veterinary Advice?
If your pet is showing any of the signs discussed above, the team at Honeydew Animal Clinic is here to help. Our experienced veterinarians can assess your pet, explain the available treatment options and work with you to provide the best possible care.
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About Honeydew Animal Clinic
Honeydew Animal Clinic provides compassionate veterinary care for dogs, cats and other companion animals in Honeydew and the surrounding Johannesburg area. Our experienced team offers preventative healthcare, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry and emergency care, with a focus on helping pets live long, healthy lives.