Fetotomy Flashcards
Dead fetus, not deliverable by mutation and traction and requires a ____________ epidural
Fetotomy
Caudal
Involves making one or more cuts to the fetus to amputate portions of the limbs, head or neck and then removing the severed portion
Fetotomy
You can never have too much lube for a fetotomy, but name one precaution
Amputation can create sharp exposed pieces of bone, be careful not to lacerate or
puncture the reproductive tract
- Major abdominal surgery is avoided less aftercare
- Quicker recovery
- Fewer complications
Are three pros to what dystocia treatment
Fetotomy
Cesarean section is usually done on LA under ___________ anesthesia
Local
Cesarean section is faster, safer, and more common in….
Ruminants
1.Size of female prohibits vaginal manipulation
2. Vaginal prolapse
3. Fetus is too large for vaginal delivery
Are three indications for…
Cesarean section
The monetary value of ___________ is greater in hospital and clinic procedures
Horses
Mobile LA units need to do a daily __________________ and restock as needed as well as clean and disinfect __________________
Inventory
Routinely
Techs are responsible for ______________, even cleaning up after the DVM
Cleaning