EDUCATIONAL VIDEOS
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Cryptorchid (retained testicle) surgery
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This video shows the removal of a retained (cryptorchid) testicle through a routine inguinal approach. This approach avoids invasion of the abdominal cavity and is fast, safe and effective. This surgery can be done with a laparoscope through the flank in cases of bilateral retained testicles.
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C-section
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This video shows the main part of a c-section on a miniature horse. Cesarean sections are life saving emergency surgeries that have very good results for subsequent mare’s fertility. Due to their emergency nature foal survival is reduced. On some studies cesarean sections were preferred over vaginal manipulations to deliver malpositioned foals. Prolonged and difficult manipulations per-vagina can damage the uterus of a mare and result in permanent scars and even death. If caught in time a cesarean can deliver a healthy foal and preserve the mare’s health and fertility.
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Minimally invasive (laparoscopic) ovarian removal
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This video shows a minimally invasive or laparoscopic ovarian removal. This surgery is indicated for mares with ovarian tumors or those that behavioral modification is desired. The technique is done usually with the horse standing and sedated and 3 keyhole incisions are made in the flank to introduce a lens and the operating instruments. The results of this technique are excellent and by being minimally invasive the risk for complications and the post-operative convalescent time are greatly reduced.
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Pastern fusion
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This video shows a surgical pastern arthrodesis or fusion which is indicated in advanced cases of ringbone. The fusion is accomplished by manually destroying the cartilage and strategically placing a surgical plate and several screws to maintain stability. The results of this technique are very favorable with over 70 % of horses going back to previous level of work. The post-operative period requires stall rest for the most part of 16 weeks and a subsequent rehabilitation time of 8-12 weeks.
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POST-TRAUMATIC OSTEOARTHRITIS IN HORSES
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This powerpoint presentation will summarize ongoing work at the comparative orthopaedic research laboratory of the University of Guelph. This work has been directed by Dr. Hurtig and myself and most of the work done by graduate students Drs. Luis Rubio, Courtney Bolam, Ellen Rickey and Richelle Neundorf.
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