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There is no hard and fast way to operate as no two are the same. That said many Dermoids are fairly simple to remove and the prognosis is good with a rapid recovery. Surgical removal can be complex and difficult however, and it is best to find a trusted veterinarian who is knowledgeable about this health issue or a veterinarian who is willing to consult more experienced peers.
As one cannot foretell the type of Dermoid, how deep it goes nor how complex the Dermoid is, it is impossible to know much about the individual Dermoid until the veterinarian/surgeon has opened the dog and is following the thread of the Dermoid. Only then will the veterinarian be able to know what to expect.
The younger the dog when surgery is performed, the more rapid the recovery. Typically the recovery is about 12 to 14 days if there are no complications or seromas. Although it is hard to keep the puppies quiet, it can also be hard to deal with an adult dog who is in some pain and discomfort. Crate rest is recommended with supervised free time until the stitches are out.
The success rate for the Operation is very well, The typical scar is virtually invisible at best and small but obvious at worst.
Around 90% of Operated D.S cases completely remove the sinus and fully recover. A small percentage may have some form of regrowth of the D.S if it was not fully removed or removable in the first instance, In these cases a further Operation may be needed to remove the regrowth.
The benefits of the Operation far outweigh leaving the D.S at a risk of it becoming infected.
