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case_images: Prolapsed uterus after removal of debris and aseptic preparation before amputation. Note the oedema, congestion and areas of necrosis
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case_images: The prolapse was complete, with both horns protruding from the vulva (Figure 1). A bandage was placed around the tail and the cat was prepared for aseptic surgery (Figure 1).
case_images: Abdominal step: ovariectomy. Ligation of the ovarian pedicle visualised by the mosquito clamp. Note the abnormal position of the ovary: the ovary is in a caudal position in the abdomen at the level of the urinary bladder (arrow)
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case_images: Because of the traction on the ovaries, they were not in their physiological position but in the dorso-caudal portion of the abdomen (Figure 2).
case_images: Vulvar stay sutures after amputation of the prolapse and replacement of the stump
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case_images: This stay suture was left in place for 5 days to prevent opening of the vulvar lips, which would allow recurrence of the prolapse (Figure 3).