Standing female equine urogenital endoscopic surgery.
Abstract: Standing female urogenital endoscopic surgery is facilitated by the more dorsal location of the organs of the female reproduction tract. The most common reason for laparoscopic surgery on the female urogenital system is ovariectomy; however, the technique has been used to diagnose periparturient or reproductive diseases and to perform surgical embryo transfer. Standing surgical approaches avoid the risk and expense of general anesthesia, but these techniques are limited by the temperament and size of the patient and the availability of facilities for restraint. Owner acceptance of laparoscopic procedures is excellent. It is anticipated that standing endoscopic surgery may become the preferred technique for applicable procedures.
Publication Date: 2004-02-27 PubMed ID: 14983908DOI: 10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30106-2Google Scholar: Lookup
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This study focusses on standing female equine urogenital endoscopic surgery, detailing its advantages and benefits, its application for diagnosis and surgical procedures, and potential limitations due to animal temperament, size, and the availability of adequate facilities.
Overview of Research
This research provides insights into the procedure of upright female equine urogenital endoscopic surgery which is carried out while the animal stands.
- The paper explains how the positioning of female reproductive organs allows for the execution of endoscopic surgery while the horse is standing.
- The study also deliberates on the common usage of laparoscopic surgery within the female urogenital system, which is primarily for ovariectomy, but is also useful for diagnosing reproductive diseases and aiding surgical embryo transfer.
Benefits of the Standing Surgical Approach
The researchers investigate the potential advantages of standing surgical procedures.
- The primary benefits discussed include the reduced risk and cost associated with the avoidance of general anesthesia.
- Additionally, from an owner’s perspective, the study also notes the excellent acceptance rate of these laparoscopic procedures amongst horse owners. Hence, it can be inferred that not only this method is beneficial in terms of health and economy, but is also well-received by the horse owner community.
Constraints and Limitations
While detailing the benefits, the paper also highlights certain limitations of standing endoscopic surgery.
- Some of these constraints are attributed to the horse’s temperament and size. If the horse is large or difficult to manage, it could potentially complicate the successful execution of the procedure.
- Another significant constraint noted is the necessity for an adequate facility to restrain the horse appropriately during the surgical procedure.
Future Outlook
Despite its limitations, the research proposes that the standing endoscopic surgery method may become the preferred technique for surgeries where it can be applicable due to its benefits and owner acceptance. The study forecasts an optimistic future for the application of this type of surgery.
Cite This Article
APA
Dechant JE, Hendrickson DA.
(2004).
Standing female equine urogenital endoscopic surgery.
Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract, 16(2), 301-vi.
https://doi.org/10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30106-2 Publication
Researcher Affiliations
- Department of Clinical Sciences, Veterinary Teaching Hospital, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado 80523-1620, USA.
MeSH Terms
- Animals
- Embryo Transfer / veterinary
- Female
- Female Urogenital Diseases / surgery
- Female Urogenital Diseases / veterinary
- Horse Diseases / surgery
- Horses / surgery
- Laparoscopy / methods
- Laparoscopy / veterinary
- Ovariectomy / methods
- Ovariectomy / veterinary
- Patient Selection
- Posture
References
This article includes 20 references
Citations
This article has been cited 4 times.- Vázquez FJ, Vitoria A, Gómez-Arrue J, Fuente S, Barrachina L, de Blas I, Romero A. Complications in Laparoscopic Access in Standing Horses Using Cannula and Trocar Units Developed for Human Medicine. Vet Sci 2023 Jan 15;10(1).
- Merchan A, Barrett EJ, Rodgerson DH. Hand-assisted laparoscopic cystotomy for cystic calculus removal in male horses (3 cases). Can Vet J 2021 Jan;62(1):22-26.
- Hendrickson DA. A review of equine laparoscopy. ISRN Vet Sci 2012;2012:492650.
- Shoemaker RW, Read EK, Duke T, Wilson DG. In situ coagulation and transection of the ovarian pedicle: an alternative to laparoscopic ovariectomy in juvenile horses. Can J Vet Res 2004 Jan;68(1):27-32.
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