09-12-2016 23:27 via 10tv.com

Malignant tumor removed from Colo the gorilla during medical procedure

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium said a pathology report for the mass removed from Colo the gorilla was a malignant tumor.The veterinary team was able to remove it during surgery on December 3, according to the zoo.The examination did not indicate that the tumor had spread and no additional treatment is scheduled. Colo’s bloodwork is within acceptable ranges for a geriatric patient as well.“We are very proud of the team that removed Colo’s tumor. Surgery poses some risk and this p
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