Castration

Question 1

Which surgical approach is most common for routine elective canine castration?

Answer 1

Pre-scrotal

Question 2

T/F: When using the pre-scrotal approach for canine castration, both testicles are removed from the same incision.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

What suture type & size is used for most canine castrations?

Answer 3

Absorbable, monofilament, 2-0

Question 4

Why is strict asepsis especially important when doing an ‘open’ castration?

Answer 4

Because you are technically entering the abdominal cavity.

Question 5

T/F: When doing open castration, all components of the spermatic cord can be ligated together.

Answer 5

Fasle! Components should be ligated individually.

Question 6

What surgical approach to castration is used for cryptorchid patients?

Answer 6

Inguinal/Abdominal

Question 7

What are some indications for Scrotal Ablation?

Answer 7

Scrotal/testicular neoplasia, trauma, testicular torsion, scrotal urethrostomy, pendulous scrotum

Question 8

T/F: Feline testicles are plucked prior to castration while canine testicles are shaved (pre-scrotal approach).

Answer 8

False.

Feline testicles are plucked, but canine testicles are not typically shaved and are draped out of the surgical field when using a pre-scrotal approach.

Question 9

Name three ligation techniques suitable for use during feline neuters.

Answer 9

Hemostat, square knot (open castration), Circumferential

Question 10

How are feline castrations closed?

Answer 10

Heal by second intention

Question 11

What are some complications of castration?

Answer 11

Scrotal bruising/hematoma
Hemorrhage
Infection
Dehiscence