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1
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when in the oestrus cycle should a bitch spay be performed?

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during anoestrus (seasons must be avoided)

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at what age is a bitch spay normally performed?

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at 6 months (before first season)

or 3 months after the end of any season

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what is the benefit of performing a bitch spay before or after first season?

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maximum benefit in terms of prevention of mammary cancer

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why should a bitch spay be performed 3 months after a season?

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to avoid false pregnancy

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5
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should a bitch spay occur if there is false pregnancy?

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no

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6
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at what age are dogs typically castrated?

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6-9 months

may leave longer for larger breeds (>1 year) if there are no behavioural issues

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7
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when are cats spayed?

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4-6 months

usually advocate saying as early as possible once over 2kg

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8
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can cats be spayed in season?

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yes but uterine tissue likely to be more friable

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9
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when is cat castration performed?

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4-6 months as long as testicles are big enough

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10
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what are the main reasons for spaying?

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population control (especially cats)
prevention or treatment of health conditions
assisting management of diseases like DM or epilepsy
control of hereditary diseases

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11
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what health conditions can be prevented by spaying?

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pyometra
mammary cancer
false pregnancy
glandular hypoplasia
prolapse
ovarian cysts
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12
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what are the main indications for castration?

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population control
management and behavioural modifications
prevention/treatment of disease
control of hereditory diseases
infectious disease control (e.g. FIV)
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13
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what behavioural modification may be achieved by castration?

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control of:
roaming
male aggression
unwanted sexual behaviour
spraying and smell in tom cats
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14
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what diseases can be prevented by castration?

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testicular disease
prostatic disease (BPH)
perineal rupture

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15
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what are the possible side effects of spaying?

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weight gain
coat change
urinary incontinence
perivulvar dermatitis
hypoplasia of external genitalia
increased risk of orthopaedic diseases and some cancers
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16
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what are the possible side effects of castration?

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weight gain
coat change
worsening of nervous behaviour
increased risk of development of bladder and prostate cancer
delayed closure of growth plates in early neutering (giant breeds especially)

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17
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what are the 2 techniques available for spay?

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surgical (most common)

medical

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18
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what is an ovariectomy?

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surgical removal of both ovaries (common in lap spay)

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19
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what is ovariohysterectomy?

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removal of both ovaries and uterus

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20
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what are the 2 ways of performing spay?

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midline laparotomy

laparoscopically

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21
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why are laparoscopic spays more costly?

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equipment costs more

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22
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what are the benefits of laparoscopic spays?

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smaller incisions (especially in large breeds)
faster return to normal activity
reduced post op discomfort
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23
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how should the animal be positioned for a bitch spay?

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midline approach
dorsal recumbancy
surgeon has dog’s head to their left

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24
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what clip is needed for a bitch spay?

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umbilicus included and reaches pubis
2/3 of animal width
may need to be wider in a lap spay

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25
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why is a wide clip for a midline laparotomy needed?

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drapes may move and incision may need to be extended

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26
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what prep is needed for all neutering surgeries?

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routine aseptic scrub prep

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27
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what instruments are needed for a bitch spay?

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soft tissue kit
at least 3 large artery forceps (curved or straight)
spay hook

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what suture material may be requested by the vet during a bitch spay?

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Ligatures: Synthetic absorbable multifilament or monofilament, e.g. Vicryl or PDS or Catgut (less common)
Linea alba (midline): Synthetic absorbable long-duration monofilament, e.g. PDS - requires extra strength due to gravity
Subcutaneous layer: Synthetic absorbable short-duration monofilament, e.g. Monocryl
Skin (commonly using an intradermal suture pattern): Synthetic absorbable short- duration monofilament, e.g. Monocryl
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29
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what is the most common approach for a cat spay?

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flank

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30
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when is a midline approach used for a cat spay?

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if pregnant or not known if already neutered

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31
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how should the animal be positioned for a cat spay?

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Cat lies in right lateral recumbency, surgeon has cat’s head to their left
Hindlegs often tied back but check with surgeon

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32
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how is the incision site for cat spay found?

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making a triangle between the wing of the ilium and the greater trochanter

33
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what instruments are needed for cat spay?

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Standard soft tissue kit
Must include at least 3 small artery forceps (either curved or straight)
Spay hook use can be more common in cats

34
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what suture material is commonly used for cat spays?

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Ligatures: Synthetic absorbable multifilament or monofilament, Catgut sometimes used
Muscle: Synthetic absorbable short-duration monofilament, e.g. Monocryl
Subcutaneous layer: Synthetic absorbable short-duration monofilament, e.g. Monocryl
Skin (commonly using an intradermal suture pattern): Synthetic absorbable short- duration monofilament, e.g. Monocryl

35
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what are the possible complications due to spay surgery?

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Haemorrhage
Ovarian remnant syndrome (bit of ovary left behind)
Stump granuloma/pyometra (rare)
Urinary tract injury (trauma to the ureter during resection of the uterus)
Abdominal hernia
Wound infection

36
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what are the key areas of post op monitoring following a spay?

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Standard GA monitoring and post GA care
Signs of internal haemorrhage – dropping BP, pale mms, lethargy
Problems with wound – oozing, swelling, discomfort
Ensure no patient interference with wound

37
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what are the main areas involved in spay post op care?

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pain relief
stop patient interference with wound
rest
feeding
post op checks
38
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what pain relief is usually given to spay patients?

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opioid and NSAID common on day of op

often sent home on oral NSAIDs

39
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how can patient interference with wound be prevented?

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buster collar
body suit
supervised time with it off only

40
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how long should patients be kept rested for following spay?

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10 days
short lead walks
avoid jumping etc

41
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how should the spay patient be fed post op?

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bland diet immediately post GA
back to normal food after
warn owners of need to reduce calorie intake in long term

42
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when are post op checks for spay’s needed?

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2-3 days and then 10 days post op

check recovery from GA and wound healing

43
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what are the main techniques for castration?

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surgical (orchiectomy)

medial (chemical castration)

44
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what is scrotal ablation?

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removal of testis and scrotum usually performed if there is a problem with the scrotum itself

45
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what extension of the peritoneum covers the testis?

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vaginal tunic

46
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what is open castration?

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vaginal tunic is incised

47
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what is closed castration?

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vaginal tunic left intact

48
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how is the epididymis attached to the vaginal tunic?

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via a ligament

49
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what approach is used for dog castration?

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pre-scrotal midlien

50
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where is the dog positioned for castration?

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dorsal recumbency

surgeon may stand on either side

51
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what must be checked before GA for neutering?

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presence of both testis

that the animal is definitely female (cats)

52
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where should the clip for dog castration be placed?

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Clip area between tip of penis and scrotum and several centimetres on either side

53
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why should you take care when clipping a dog for castration?

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avoid clipping too close on the scrotum itself – the skin in this whole area is very sensitive, beware clipper rash!

54
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what is sometimes placed in castrations during prep?

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LA in testicles / incision site

55
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what instruments are needed for dog castration?

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Standard soft tissue kit – at least 3 artery forceps

56
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what are the common suture choices for dog castrates?

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Ligatures: Synthetic absorbable multifilament or monofilament, e.g. Vicryl
or PDS. Catgut may still be used
Subcutaneous layer: Synthetic absorbable short-duration monofilament, e.g. Monocryl
Skin (commonly using an intradermal suture pattern): Synthetic absorbable short-duration monofilament, e.g. Monocryl

57
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what approach is used for cat castration?

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scrotal - an incision on each testicle

58
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what position should cats be in for castration?

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lateral recumbancy

59
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where should be clipped for cat castration?

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Clip just the scrotum and immediate surrounding area

60
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are drapes usually used for cat castration?

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no

61
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what instruments are needed for cat castration?

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Common to only use a scalpel blade and no kit

Some surgeons prefer to use a pair of artery forceps

62
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when do testicles normally descend?

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30-40 days

63
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what is advised if testis have not descended by 6 months?

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surgical removal

64
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why is surgical removal of retain testicles needed?

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increased risk of neoplasia

65
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in cryptorchid castration what must be removed?

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the both testicles even if one not retained

66
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where can retained testicles be found?

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anywhere along normal path of descent

67
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what are the main classifications of location of retained testicles?

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pre-scrotal
inguinal
abdominal

68
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how should the patient be prepped for an inguinal or pre-scrotal castration?

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similar to routine castration but with wider clip

69
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what is needed to remove a retained testicle if it is abdominal?

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exploratory laparotomy

70
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what are the possible complications due to castration?

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Scrotal bruising/swelling
Haemorrhage - either Scrotal haematoma or haemoabdomen
Infection
Self-trauma – very common without a buster collar

71
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what are the key areas for peri-operative monitoring of castration patients?

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Standard GA monitoring and post GA care
Signs of haemorrhage – internal (dropping BP, pale mms, lethargy) or external (swelling/bruising of scrotum)
Problems with wound – oozing, swelling, discomfort
Ensure no patient interference with wound

72
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what causes most of the complications in castration patients?

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patient interferance

73
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what pain relief is given following castration?

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opioid and NSAID injections on the day
dogs sent home with oral NSAIDs
cats often fine with just injections

74
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how is patient interference with castration site prevented in dogs?

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buster collar

suit can be used but dog may lick outside or still be able to reach incision

75
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how is patient interference with castration site prevented in cats?

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not often prevented as cats don’t tend to lick and it is of benefit for them to keep their bottom clean

76
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how long should dogs be rested for following castration?

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10 days - short lead walks, no jumping

77
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how long should cats be rested for following castration?

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~2 days

78
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when are castration post op checks needed for dogs?

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2-3 days and then 10 days post op

79
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when are castration post op checks needed for cats?

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may have on at 2-3 days but don’t usually need more

some practices don’t do any

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