Examination of the Female Reproductive Tract per rectum Flashcards
1
Q
The __?__ has a short-body uterus and a cervix w/ stiff interlocking folds
A
Cow
2
Q
The __?__ has a large-body uterus and a cervix with mucosal fodls
A
Mare
3
Q
Where are the ovaries of the mare located?
A
Sublumbar region (more cranially than cow)
4
Q
Precautions during rectal palpation
A
COW
- allow for peristaltic waves pass over
MARE
- RECEDE with peristaltic waves
BOTH: Rectal tear -> hemorrhage
5
Q
How to retract uterus directly (2) and indirectly (1) in the cow
A
Directly
1. grasp broad lig. & pull one horn caudally
2. insert middle finger into lower intercornual lig. & lift dorsally/caudally
Indirectly
1. sweeping pelvis, gathering any portion of genital tract & then pulling it onto the pelvic floor
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