title: Ovariohysterectomy in ferrets.
abstract: Surgical sterilization of ferrets is a relatively common surgical procedure. It is usually done as a method of contraception and to prevent diseases associated with the reproductive system. This column will describe the anatomy, principles, possible complications and outcomes of surgical ovariohysterectomy in ferrets.
authors.affiliation: Moriah Veterinary Clinic, Haifa, Israel. dreshard@gmail.com
authors.forename: David
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Eshar
authors.forename: Nicole R
authors.initials: NR
authors.lastname: Wyre
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D005260:Female; D005289:Ferrets / Q000601:surgery*; D007044:Hysterectomy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods / Q000662:veterinary*; D010052:Ovariectomy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods / Q000662:veterinary*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control; D013522:Surgery, Veterinary / Q000379:methods*