Rectal Prolapse Treatment in Animals
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>When obvious deep necrosis or trauma to the tissue exists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What postoperative care is recommended for large animals after rectal prolapse repair?

    <p>Antibiotics administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

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