Written Exam - Canine & Feline Castration Flashcards
what is included in the spermatic cord?
ductus deferens & pampiniform plexus
what does the vaginal tunic refer to?
parietal & visceral layers together
what is the visceral vaginal tunic continuous with?
visceral peritoneum
what is the parietal tunic continuous with?
parietal peritoneum
what is the vaginal cavity?
space between the parietal & visceral vaginal tunic
what is the vaginal cavity continuous with?
peritoneal cavity
what does an open vs. closed castration refer to?
whether or not the peritoneal (vaginal) cavity is opened during the castration
where is the incision site for an adult castration?
midline - cranial to the scrotum
pre-scrotal incision
why do a testicular block prior to a castration?
lowers inhalant anesthesia requirement, decreases intraoperative nociception (lower HR & MAP), & lowers post-op pain score
what is blocked in a testicular block?
testicles & spermatic cord
what are the cons of a scrotal neuter?
post-op drainage from incision site & in larger dogs, increased owner concerns post-op regarding drainage
what are some advantages of a scrotal neuter?
reduced surgical time, reduction in materials used, decreased incision size
what are some contraindications of a scrotal neuter?
bilateral cryptorchid
pyoderma or other trauma of scrotal tissue pre-op
known unsanitary environment post-op
why not fully close the incision in a scrotal neuter?
causes discomfort, seroma/hematoma, & self-trauma
what is closure like for cat castration?
incision is left open to heal from second intention
