Genito-Urinary Problems Flashcards
(32 cards)
in pneumovagina vulval lips open and suck in __
air
pneumovagina Ix
Caslick’s Procedure/Vulvoplasty
caslick’s is indicated when __ to __ ratio is poor
anus to vagina
t/f caslick’s if highly invasive but highly effective
f. minimally invasive
caslick procedure: Cut the __ portion of the vulvar lips; fresh wound → stitch the __ half → less prone to dirt/air entry
dorsal
dorsal
caslick’s index for grade 1
<= 100
caslick’s index for grade 2
100-150
caslick’s index for grade 3
> = 150
recommendation for different grades of caslick’s
1 - not needed
2 - optional
3 - caslick
hole connecting the rectum to vagina
rectovagina fistula
formula of caslick index
Measure the angle to vertical → multiply by length of the dorsal part of the vulva
Count in cm upwards: L (level of pelvic trim)
Sequela for rectovagina fistula
poop can enter to vagina –> infection
before doing caslick ___ is administered
lidocaine
T.F Caslick can be removed when being mated
t
Multiple caslicks/operations over time = __
fibrous tissue
tx for retained placenta
Removal
Dilation and curettage of the uterus
Not only in equine but also in large ruminants (but ruminants are hardier than horses = more delicate)
retained placenta
flushing liquids used in D&C
NSS with betadine, sterile water with betadine, sterile salt
T/F retained placenta is always an emergency
t
McCue and Ferris research
When dystocia progresses past__ mins, there is an exaggerated increase in foal mortality and stillbirth
40
dose of oxytocin to initiate contraction
20 IU IM
dose of oxy to initiate foaling
40-60 IU IM
dose of oxy - last chance para mailabas
100 IU IM
administered for muscle contraction
calcium