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What are the indications of Castration?

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  1. prevention of unwanted litters
  2. reduction of stray and feral animal populations
  3. eliminate the reproduction potential
  4. reduce sexual activity
  5. reduce tendency to roam and fight
  6. reduce general level of aggression
  7. eliminate testicular cancer
    . resolve disease of the prostate gland
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What is the best age to castrate dogs and cats?

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Between 6 and 12 months of age

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Enumerate the pre-operative care for castration

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Bathing
Laboratory exam
Clipping of surgical site

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What types of anesthesia can be used for castration?

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Epidural anesthesia
General anesthesia
Inhalant/gas anesthesia

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In which position is best for patients that will undergo castration?

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dorsal recumbency

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Orchidectomy in male dogs is primarily performed for?

a) Increased muscle mass.
b) Enhanced hunting ability.
c) Canine population control.
d) Improved coat quality.

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Canine population control

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Which of the following is NOT a common indication for orchidectomy?

a) Prevention of unwanted litters.
b) Increased aggression.
c) Elimination of testicular cancer.
d) Reduction of roaming behavior.

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Increased aggression.

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The incision in canine orchidectomy is made:

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Midline pre-scrotal

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During canine orchidectomy, the testicle is pushed:
a) Caudally.
b) Laterally.
c) Cranially.
d) Medially.

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Cranially

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The tunica vaginalis is:
a) Ligated.
b) Incised.
c) Removed entirely.
d) Left intact.

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Incised

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In both canine and feline castration, the blood vessels and spermatic ducts are:

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Ligated or knotted

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Which of the following complications is associated with castration surgery?
a) Increased appetite.
b) Decreased urination.
c) Swollen scrotum.
d) Improved vision.

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Swollen scrotum

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In feline castration, the incision is made:

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On the scrotum

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The vas deferens in feline castration is:
a) Left intact.
b) Separated from the testicle.
c) Removed entirely.
d) Sutured to the skin.

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Separated from the testicle

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Suture removal is typically done:
a) 1-3 days post-surgery.
b) 5-7 days post-surgery.
c) 7-10 days post-surgery.
d) 14-21 days post-surgery.

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7-10 days post-surgery

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What is the veterinary term for the surgical removal of a male dog’s testicles?

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Orchidectomy (or gonadectomy)

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Name three purposes for performing orchidectomy in male dogs

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Prevention of unwanted litters
Reduction of stray populations
Eliminate reproduction potential
Reduce sexual activity
Reduce roaming and fighting
Reduce aggression
Eliminate testicular cancer
Resolve prostate gland diseases

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What are the two surgical methods mentioned for canine orchidectomy?

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Open and closed method

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What type of skin incision is used in both open and closed canine orchidectomy?

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Midline pre-scrotal skin incision

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What anatomical structures are ligated during canine orchidectomy?

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Testicular blood vessels and sperm ducts

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What is the function of the tunica vaginalis during the procedure?

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Elevates the testicle through the skin incision.

22
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What is the recommended time frame for suture removal after a canine or feline castration?

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Name three potential complications associated with canine or feline castration surgery.

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Pain after surgery, swollen/bruised scrotum, wound break-down, wound infection, suture-site reactions.

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What is the function of the vas deferens in feline castration?

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Separated away from the testicle and testicular blood supply.

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"Spay" refers to which procedure in female animals? a) Castration b) Orchidectomy c) Ovariohysterectomy d) Vasectomy
Ovariohysterectomy
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Ovariohysterectomy is commonly performed in:
Dogs and cats
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The ovaries are located:
Dorsal to the abdomen and caudal to the kidneys.
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The suspensory ligament in females: a) Attaches the uterus to the abdominal wall. b) Extends to the last rib and suspends the ovaries. c) Connects the ovaries to the uterus. d) Contains the ovarian artery.
Extends to the last rib and suspends the ovaries
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The left ovarian vein drains into the:
Left renal vein
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The queen's ovarian cycle is described as:
Seasonally polyestrous
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Spaying is best performed during:
Anestrus
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The incidence of mammary gland tumors is lowest when spaying is done:
Before the first estrous cycle.
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Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of spaying? a) Hemorrhage b) Recurrent estrus c) Weight loss d) Urinary incontinence
Weight loss
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Spaying surgical site of incision is located:
An inch away from the umbilicus
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The proper ligament is clamped: a) Before the suspensory ligament is torn. b) After the ovarian pedicle is ligated. c) Before the uterus is located. d) After the linea alba is incised.
Before the suspensory ligament is torn.
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Uterine stump pyometra is prevented by: a) Using non-absorbable sutures. b) Complete removal of uterine horns and body. c) Administering long-term antibiotics. d) Performing surgery during estrus.
Complete removal of uterine horns and body
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Eunuchoid syndrome is characterized by: a) Increased aggression. b) Reduced aggression. c) Rapid weight gain. d) Urinary incontinence.
Reduced aggression
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What is the veterinary term for the surgical removal of a female animal's reproductive organs?
Ovariohysterectomy or ovariectomy.
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Which specific procedure is considered the most common abdominal surgery in veterinary medicine?
Ovariohysterectomy
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Name the two ligaments that attach to the ovaries.
Suspensory ligament and proper ligament
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From which artery do the ovarian arteries originate?
Aorta
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What are the four stages of the bitch's ovarian cycle?
Proestrus, estrus, metestrus, and anestrus
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What is the average duration of the bitch's estrous cycle?
Average 7 months
44
Name three medical indications for spaying beyond sterilization.
Ovarian cysts, pyometra, uterine torsion, uterine prolapse, uterine rupture, prevent recurrence of vaginal hyperplasia, prevent hormonal interference with medication
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What is the recommended age for spaying to minimize mammary gland tumor risk?
Before the first estrous cycle
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What are three potential complications of spaying surgery?
Hemorrhage, recurrent estrus, uterine stump pyometra, uterine/ovarian stump inflammation, fistulous tracts, accidental ureter ligation, urinary incontinence, obesity, eunuchoid syndrome

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