Equine Melanocytic Tumors: A Narrative Review

Adult grey horses have a high incidence of melanocytic tumors. This article narratively reviews the role of some genetic features related to melanoma formation in horses, such as STX17 mutation, ASIP or MITF alterations, and the link between the graying process and the development of these tumors. A...

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Main Authors: José Pimenta, Justina Prada, Mário Cotovio
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-01-01
Series:Animals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/13/2/247