Equine Castration

Reasons for castration

Signalment

Interview

Physical Exam

Standing or Recumbent

Instruments

Anesthetic Drugs

Anesthetic Dosages

Anesthetic Administration

Surgical Prep

Surgery

Modified Open Technique

Recovery

Post Operative Care

Palpate the Testicles

When palpating

1) Check to make sure that there are 2 descended testicles.

2) Make sure that the inguinal ring is not excessively large.

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