I. Genito-urinary Problems Flashcards
T/F: Improper conformation of the vulva and anus can cause colic
T
the intermittent or continuous presence of air in the vagina
Pneumovagina
indication for Caslick’s Procedure/Vulvoplasty
pneumovagina
what portion of the vulvar lips must be cut when performing Caslick’s procedure?
Dorsal portion
suture pattern used in Caslick’s procedure?
Simple continuous suture
A ___ (2 words) may be useful in preventing the Caslick from opening with vaginal examination or natural service
Breeding stitch
Caslick index and grade where the procedure is not recommended
index: less than to or equal to 100
grade: 1
Caslick index and grade where the procedure is recommended
index: greater than or equal to 150
grade: 3
Caslick index and grade where the procedure is optional
index: 100-150
grade: 2
holes that develop between your vagina and rectum
Rectovaginal fistula
Formula in computing the Caslick’s index:
(a)(l)
where: a = angle of declination; l = effective vulval length (i.e., length of the dorsal part of the vulva)
First operation performed by doc Matt:
Caslick’s Procedure
contraindication for Caslick’s Procedure/Vulvoplasty
mating/ foaling
a minor surgical procedure done to remove tissue from a person’s uterus
Dilation and curettage (D&C)
2 treatments for retained fetal placenta:
- removal
- Dilation and curettage (D&C) of the uterus