[[Image:Cystic ovaries donkey.jpg|right|thumb|250px|<small><center>Cystic ovaries removed post-mortem. (Image courtesy of [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk The Donkey Sanctuary])</center></small>]]'''Ovarian removal''' has been indicated for cases showing pain associated with grossly enlarged ovaries due to cysts, haematoma and abscesses. In female donkeys presenting with signs of abdominal pain, a rectal examination is indicated to assess the condition of the ovaries. Ultrasound per rectum and via the flank is required to fully evaluate the ovary. We have encountered | [[Image:Cystic ovaries donkey.jpg|right|thumb|250px|<small><center>Cystic ovaries removed post-mortem. (Image courtesy of [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk The Donkey Sanctuary])</center></small>]]'''Ovarian removal''' has been indicated for cases showing pain associated with grossly enlarged ovaries due to cysts, haematoma and abscesses. In female donkeys presenting with signs of abdominal pain, a rectal examination is indicated to assess the condition of the ovaries. Ultrasound per rectum and via the flank is required to fully evaluate the ovary. We have encountered |