Equine Male Urogenital Surgery/ Castration Complications Flashcards
1
Q
What cells are found in the epididymis? What are their functions?
A
Sertoli cells –> nourish spermatozoa
Leydig Cells –> produce androgens
2
Q
What structures make up the gubernaculum?
A
The proper ligament of the testes
Ligament of the tail of epididymis
Scrotal ligament
3
Q
Where does the proper ligament of the testes extend from? Ligament of tail of epididymis? Scrotal ligament?
A
- Caudal testis to epididymis tail
- Middle tail to parietal tunic
- Parietal tunic to scrotum
4
Q
What causes the descent of the testes?
A
The gubernaculum shortens during gestation and pulls the testes into the scrotom
