Ovine rectal prolapses Flashcards

Question	Answer		Article
What are the four types of rectal prolapse?	Mucosal Complete Complete with colonic invagination Ileocolic intussusception		Link to Article
Name some of the predisposing factors.	Diarrhoea – parasitism, enteritis, etc Tenesmus – Colitis, obesity, parasitism, urethral obstruction, urolithiasis Increases in intra-abdominal or intra-thoracic pressure – coughing Increased abdominal fill – multiple foetuses, bloat		Link to Article
What is the important differentiation to make on a clinical examination of a prolapse and how should it be done?	Must be differentiated from an ileocolic intussusception By inserting a probe or finger between the prolapse and rectal wall Will not be able to insert very far in prolapse		Link to Article
What procedure should always be performed before any other treatment?	Epidural anaesthesia		Link to Article
How is a prolapse replaced?	First cleaned with soap and warm water Manually replaced using lots of lubricant Purse string sutures placed to secure		Link to Article