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What is the primary purpose of the gubernaculum during testicular descent?
What is the primary purpose of the gubernaculum during testicular descent?
Which structure develops from the cranial part of the gubernaculum?
Which structure develops from the cranial part of the gubernaculum?
What happens to the gubernaculum after the testicle passes into the inguinal canal?
What happens to the gubernaculum after the testicle passes into the inguinal canal?
In which direction does the epididymis coil to form the ductus deferens?
In which direction does the epididymis coil to form the ductus deferens?
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What is the order of testicular descent in the retroperitoneal space?
What is the order of testicular descent in the retroperitoneal space?
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What is the final location of the testicle after testicular descent?
What is the final location of the testicle after testicular descent?
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What is a common mistake that can occur when dealing with an incompletely descended testicle?
What is a common mistake that can occur when dealing with an incompletely descended testicle?
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What is the approximate percentage of cryptorchid testicles that are possibly heritable?
What is the approximate percentage of cryptorchid testicles that are possibly heritable?
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What is the purpose of hCG stimulation testing in diagnosing cryptorchidism?
What is the purpose of hCG stimulation testing in diagnosing cryptorchidism?
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What is the benefit of finding the gubernaculum when searching for a cryptorchid testicle?
What is the benefit of finding the gubernaculum when searching for a cryptorchid testicle?
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What is the recommended procedure to avoid misdiagnosis when dealing with a high flanker or inguinal testicle?
What is the recommended procedure to avoid misdiagnosis when dealing with a high flanker or inguinal testicle?
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What is the importance of determining if the horse has been castrated before?
What is the importance of determining if the horse has been castrated before?
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What percentage of geldings may display continued aggression towards people?
What percentage of geldings may display continued aggression towards people?
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What is the purpose of identifying the gubernaculum during the inguinal approach?
What is the purpose of identifying the gubernaculum during the inguinal approach?
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What is the consequence of not closing the inguinal ring after opening it?
What is the consequence of not closing the inguinal ring after opening it?
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Why is it essential to submit the testicle for histopathology if there is any doubt?
Why is it essential to submit the testicle for histopathology if there is any doubt?
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What is the significance of the lateral approach in castration?
What is the significance of the lateral approach in castration?
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What is the purpose of applying light traction during the inguinal approach?
What is the purpose of applying light traction during the inguinal approach?
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In which position is the incision made for the flank laparoscopic paramedian approach?
In which position is the incision made for the flank laparoscopic paramedian approach?
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What is the purpose of sweeping for the testicle during the flank laparoscopic paramedian approach?
What is the purpose of sweeping for the testicle during the flank laparoscopic paramedian approach?
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Why is it important to double ligate the spermatic cord during the flank laparoscopic paramedian approach?
Why is it important to double ligate the spermatic cord during the flank laparoscopic paramedian approach?
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What is the difference in the surgical approach for larger ruminants compared to smaller ones?
What is the difference in the surgical approach for larger ruminants compared to smaller ones?
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What is the significance of the short spermatic cord in porcine cryptorchids?
What is the significance of the short spermatic cord in porcine cryptorchids?
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What is the first step of the Jan Hawkins Parainguinal Approach?
What is the first step of the Jan Hawkins Parainguinal Approach?
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In the Parainguinal Approach, what usually meets the fingers when 'sweeping the ring'?
In the Parainguinal Approach, what usually meets the fingers when 'sweeping the ring'?
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Which approach allows for easier closure and avoidance of vessels/nerve in the inguinal ring?
Which approach allows for easier closure and avoidance of vessels/nerve in the inguinal ring?
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Why is standing preferable for the Parainguinal Approach over recumbent when it comes to cost?
Why is standing preferable for the Parainguinal Approach over recumbent when it comes to cost?
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Which other approach requires incision lateral to the ventral midline and through the rectus abdominis sheaths and muscle?
Which other approach requires incision lateral to the ventral midline and through the rectus abdominis sheaths and muscle?
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Why is it emphasized to palpate before removing a down testicle in animals?
Why is it emphasized to palpate before removing a down testicle in animals?
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