At Harvest Veterinary Oncology Centre, we believe that every additional day of comfort and quality life is meaningful. Today, we are proud to share the ongoing journey of Dai Gou, a 13-year-old cat who has recently completed his third course of radiation therapy under the care of Dr. Katrina Sun and our dedicated oncology nursing team.
May 2023 – Initial Diagnosis and Treatment
Dai Gou was diagnosed with an aggressive nasal adenocarcinoma that had invaded the brain. Without treatment, the expected prognosis is often limited to only weeks to a few months. He underwent three sessions of Stereotactic Radiation Therapy (SRT). Following treatment, his clinical signs improved markedly — nasal discharge resolved, mouth-breathing ceased, and his overall comfort and demeanour significantly improved.
May 2025 – Disease Recurrence
Nearly two years later, Dai Gou represented with recurrence of clinical signs, including nosebleeds and increased respiratory effort. After a comprehensive discussion of treatment options with Dr. Katrina, his family elected to proceed with a course of five fractions of palliative radiation therapy. Dai Gou tolerated treatment well and showed a positive clinical response, with improved breathing, restored appetite, and a meaningful enhancement in his quality of life.
February 2026 – Ongoing Management
In early 2026, further disease progression was identified. Demonstrating remarkable resilience, Dai Gou completed a third course of palliative radiation therapy. We are pleased to report that he has again shown clinical improvement and will continue under close monitoring and supportive care from our team.
Dai Gou’s journey highlights the potential benefits of advanced radiation therapy, individualised treatment planning, and continuity of care in managing complex oncologic conditions. While his journey is ongoing, our priority remains clear — to support both patient and family in achieving the best possible quality of life at every stage.
At Harvest Veterinary Oncology Centre, we are committed to combining advanced medical technology, clinical expertise, and compassionate care to help pets live longer, more comfortable lives.
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