Diseases of the reproductive system Flashcards
female reproductive system is composed of
ovaries, oviducts, uterus, cervix, vagina
The _ are the site of production of unfertilized eggs and many of the hormones responsible for heat cycles and the maintenance of pregnancy
ovaries
The eggs pass from the ovaries into the _.These small finger like tubes are the site of fertilization by the sperm
oviducts
From the oviducts the eggs pass into the _ which is composed of the left and right horn and uterine body
uterus
The developing embryos mature within the _, attached to its walls by the _ which also surrounds them
uterus; placenta
Male reproductive anatomy
testicles, ductus, vas deferens, prostate gland, penis
Sperm production and storage occurs within the
testicles
upon ejaculation the sperm is transported to the _ _ by the vas deferens.
prostate gland
What is vaginitis
inflammation of the vagina
juvenile vaginitis
puppy vaginitis; vaginal inflammation and associated clinical signs in bitches that have not undergone puberty
adult-onset vaginitis
adult vaginitis; more common in spayed bitches than intact ones
Adult onset vaginitis clinical signs
presenting complain usually mucoid to purulent vulvar discharge, vulvar licking, pollakiuria, urinary incontinence
Diagnosis of vaginitis
cytologic exam of vaginal epithelial cells and vaginal discharge, vaginal and urine bacterial cultures and antimicrobial sensitivity testing, urinalysis, a Digital vaginal exam, vaginoscopy
Tx of juvenile vaginitis
usually resolves after the first estrous cycle, depends on bacterial C&S
Tx adult vaginitis
depends on bacterial C&S and suspected cause of vaginits; anatomical abnormalities, urinary incontinence, systemic disease, idiopathic vaginitis
What is pseudopregnancy
false pregnancy aka phantom pregnancy or pseudocyesis
Etiology of pseudopregnancy
decreasing levels of progesterone and increasing levels of prolactin following the estrus cycle (typically 6-12 weeks after the cycle)
Clinical signs of pseudopregnancy
weight gain, enlarged mammary glands, lactation, mucoid vaginal discharge, behavioral changes, some will show signs of false labor and then protectively guard toys or other small objects
Tx for pseudopregnancy
none needed since symptoms will subside in 14-21 days
What is pyometra
“pus in the uterus”; a serious and life threatening condition that must be treated quickly and aggressively
Pyometra is a secondary infection caused by
hormonal changes in the females reproductive tract
Etiology of pyometra
streptococcus, klebsiella, pasteurella, proteus, mortadella, staphylococcus
Signalment for pyometra
intact females, middle aged to older, within 60 days of last estrous cycle
Clinical signs of pyometra
fever, abdominal enlargement/pain, V+, lethargy, PU/PD, dehydration, azotemia, +/- purulent vaginal discharge
Dx of pyometra
hx, CBC: leukocytosis CHEM:elevated globulins, elevated BUN/CREA, elevated ALKP, rads or ultrasound show enlarged uterus
preferred Tx for pyometra
OHE (ovariohysterectomy)
Success rate for treating close and open cervix pyometras
Open: 75%-90%
Closed: 25%-40%
What is dystocia
abnormal or difficult labor
Etiology of dystocia
material factors and fetal factors
Predisposed breeds for dystocia
brachycephalic dogs and siamese and Persian cats
How long does pregnancy last in the dog and cat
average gestation period about 63 days
A normal delivery should occurring within to minutes of strong stage two labor contractions
10-60
Clinical signs of vaginal/vulvar tumors and penile/preputial tumors
depends on location, may see a mass protruding from the vulva/penile sheath, perineal swelling, vaginal/penile discharge, dysuria, constipation
What is canine transmissible venereal tumors (CTVT)
a common tumor only found in dogs. Transmitted by direct physical contact. Occurs in both sexes and may appear as multiple SQ nodules on the external genitalia, lips, and other parts of the body
Etiology of CTVT
is a transplant of cancer cells, cells always have an abnormal number of chromosomes (59 instead of normal 78)
Dx of CTVT
appearance (cauliflower-like, pedunculate, and nodular) biopsy for definitive dx
Tx of CTVT
surgical removal w/ chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy is the best
Etiology of mammary tumors
more common in female dogs that are either not spayed or were spayed after 2 yrs of age
Clinical signs of mammary tumors
a palpable mass underneath the skin of the abdomen is the most common finding; other signs and symptoms include discharge from a mammary gland, ulceration of the skin over a gland, painful, swollen breasts, loss of appetite, weight loss, generalized weakness