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What is the purpose of caudal epidural anesthesia in large animals?
What is the purpose of caudal epidural anesthesia in large animals?
- To promote blood supply to the small colon
- To reduce the risk of rectal stricture formation
- To facilitate repositioning of rectal prolapse (correct)
- To prevent necrosis of the rectal tissue
What is recommended for the retention of rectal prolapse in large animals?
What is recommended for the retention of rectal prolapse in large animals?
- Amputation of the rectum
- Replacement with prolapse of the small colon
- Purse-string suture with a one-finger opening into the rectum (correct)
- Use of a prolapse ring
What can happen if rectal prolapse in mares is neglected?
What can happen if rectal prolapse in mares is neglected?
- Prolapse of the small colon (correct)
- Formation of a rectal stricture
- Increased blood supply to the small colon
- Prolapse of the large colon
Under what circumstances should submucosal resection or amputation of the rectum be considered?
Under what circumstances should submucosal resection or amputation of the rectum be considered?
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What postoperative care is recommended for large animals after rectal prolapse repair?
What postoperative care is recommended for large animals after rectal prolapse repair?
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